Duftite on Calcite
Unknown Owner
Duftite and Calcite is one of the most famous combinations of minerals from the remarkable Tsumeb mine in Namibia with Duftite known to coat Calcite crystals, but also to form inclusions within Calcite. Ordinarily a very rare species, the lead copper arsenate hydroxide Duftite is surprisingly well-developed at Tsumeb. This small cabinet-sized display specimen illustrates the classic Tsumeb association, with a bed of rhombic Calcite crystals containing classic camouflage-green Duftite inclusions and surface coatings. It is also apparent that where the Duftite has formed upon Calcite during its crystal growth it has impinged the further growth of Calcite, resulting in unusually distorted rhombic crystals. An instantly recognizable Tsumeb piece. Ex Hettrich Collection.
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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.6 x 5.6 x 3.0 cm
Added on11/19/2025
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Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Unknown Owner | $450.00 |
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Duftite
vivid green hues from velvety drusy to botryoidal forms; rare micromounts and classic localities like Tsumeb and Ojuela attract collectors.
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