Detailed information
Species
Cobaltoan Smithsonite
Dimensions
59 x 59 x 38
mm
Locality
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb Oshikoto Region (Otjikoto Region) Namibia
Condition
No recorded repairs
This beautiful large miniature Smithsonite from Tsumeb mine is an attractive soft pink colour indicating that it is probably Cobaltoan Smithsonite and has a fine satin lustre. The main display face is encrusted with thin lenticular crystals aggregated in rosetted forms, but the Smithsonite continues throughout much of the specimen in a rich dome-like mass. Individual crystals reach 5 mm in length and are really well-defined in form. The specimen is in great condition overall, making for a really fine display.