Smithsonite - Tsumeb mine, Oshikoto, Namibia - Height: 6.3 cm - Width: 4.2 cm- 61 g

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Smithsonite specimen from the Tsumeb mine, Oshikoto, Namibia, weighing 61 g, measuring 6.3 × 4.2 × 2.5 cm, dark pink and originating from Tsumeb.

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Tsumeb is one of the most mythic localities for the mineral collector. There, the unlikely combination of several geological factors made possible the occurrence of a wide variety of finely crystallized mineral species, to such and extent that this deposit set the highest international standards for several species over the second half of the last century.
Among these, smithsonite is among the greatest classics, as Tsumeb is ranked among the most iconic localities for this species!

Here is a beautiful specimen of dark pink smithsonite from this famous locality; note the top crystal has an unusual pattern with colourful base and clearer overgrowth.

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Watch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1149928986/7830857ef6

Tsumeb is one of the most mythic localities for the mineral collector. There, the unlikely combination of several geological factors made possible the occurrence of a wide variety of finely crystallized mineral species, to such and extent that this deposit set the highest international standards for several species over the second half of the last century.
Among these, smithsonite is among the greatest classics, as Tsumeb is ranked among the most iconic localities for this species!

Here is a beautiful specimen of dark pink smithsonite from this famous locality; note the top crystal has an unusual pattern with colourful base and clearer overgrowth.

Ex coll. Bouzat

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Details

Main Mineral
Smithsonite
Mineral Form
- Tsumeb mine, Oshikoto, Namibia
Weight
61 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Tsumeb mine, Oshikoto
Country of Origin
Namibia
Height
6.3 cm
Width
4.2 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
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