Smithsonite from Namibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Cobaltoan Smithsinite

Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

5 x 4.8 x 4 cm

Gemmy, sharp, rosy red , slightly rounded rhomboid crystals stand out from the matrix on this Tsumeb charm! Ex. Anthony Gleckler photo by Laszlo Kupi

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite

SizeMiniature

Dimensions5.0 x 4.8 x 4.0 cm

Added on10/16/2025

LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Current owner

Alan Fertel

Leesport, Pa.

1 for sale·Member since 2025

Previous owners

Date	Collector	Acquisition price
—	Anthony Gleckler	Not disclosed

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Mineral guide

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ZnCO3 with botryoidal and crystalline forms, silky to vitreous luster, pastel hues from cobalt to yellow; localities boost collecting appeal.

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Smithsonite from Tsumeb, Namibia

from Tsumeb, Namibia — varied rhombohedral and botryoidal forms, pink to green colors, and mineral associations; a prized locality for collectors.

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Tsumeb

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