Cerussite on Mottramite

Cerussite (reticulated twins) on Mottramite

Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

4.8 x 3.3 x 3.2

Classic example of Tsumeb gemmy Cerussite twin perched on small matrix of Mottramite. Cerussite was one of the most common secondary minerals, and the most common lead secondary mineral, at the Tsumeb Mine. Nevertheless, it presented with numerous habits, numerous inclusions and associations, and is one of the most collectible minerals from that famous mine! Ex. Alexander Neufeld