Smithsonite
specimen number:
9851212
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Colorless needlelike crystals and gemmy lustrous smithsonite measuring to 1.5 cm in length scattered throughout this brecciated matrix. Minimal cleaving present, this is in good condition. A neat example for the species.
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