Malachite, Mottramite

Specimen ID: 6X4-7MC

Mineral(s)
Malachite : Cu2(CO3)(OH)2
Mottramite : PbCu(VO4)(OH)
Locality
As recorded:
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
Mindat locality:
Dimensions
3.2cm x 3.2cm x 3cm
Events

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An L-shaped Tsumeb specimen of lightly iridescent, botryoidal, velvet malachite on bubbly, forest-green mottramite. The matrix is calcite, a nice contrast. The backside is a pleasant surprise, with more malachite. Fine combination material from this famous mine. Ex Rob Smith Collection.
Robert Lavinsky - 7th April 2008
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