Smithsonite
specimen number:
7992131
location:
Berg Aukas, Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa, Namibia
description:
Lustrous rhombohedral translucent crystals of smithsonite to 1.0 cm in size across this matrix. A choice example for the species from this Namibian locality. In very good condition. A previous label from the collection of Terry Huizing notes that the specimen was acquired in 1966.
Size: 7.0 x 5.0 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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