Mottramite with Calcite
specimen number:
8632424
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikito, Namibia
description:
An attractive combination piece from this old famous locality. Yellow green branching crystallized mottramite covering one side of this crystallized calcite matrix. No points of attachment, this is completely crystallized all around. The calcite crystals are fluorescent. In good condition with just minimal sparse micro-chipping present, this mainly confined to the calcite crystals on the backside of the piece.
Size: 11.0 x 8.0 x 3.0 cm (cabinet)
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