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Mottramite from Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

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A small piece of botryoidal mottramite with very minor calcite. Great luster and color on the mottramite. There are a number of visible dings and contacts throughout, but a very representative example of the species. Ex: John Magnasco

Product details

SpeciesMottramite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.9 x 3.3 x 2.2 cm
Added on09/13/2025
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Apr 2026
Price paid
$0.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—DanZ RockshopNot disclosed

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Mottramite
Mineral guide
Learn about Mottramite
vivid green to olive botryoidal coatings and striking luster; a popular vanadate prized for color, texture, and key localities.
Mottramite
Regional guide
Mottramite from Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia - mossy, dendritic green masses on calcite, a rare vanadate formed in a supergene deposit; prized for texture and contrast.
Locality guide
Tsumeb
Tsumeb, Namibia — world-renowned locality famed for a rich copper–lead–zinc ore pipe, with dioptase on calcite, azurite blades, and smithsonite prized by colle…