Mimetite from Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia - image 1
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Mimetite from Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

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Colorless tiny crystals of this rare mineral across the front of a grouping of cerussite crystals with minor mimetite. The species is incredibly rare, most examples offered on the market have never been analyzed and are dolomite. This particular example has been analyzed, the analysis is shown at the end of the video and will be provided with the specimen.

Product details

SpeciesMimetiteOtaviteCerussite
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.4 x 1.0 x 1.0 cm
Added on12/28/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
May 2026
Price paid
$1,250.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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