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Tarnowitzite 0.155kg

Tarnowitzite 0.155kg

$125.00 USD
$125.00 USD
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 Tarnowitzite (Lead-bearing Aragonite) 
Tsumeb Mine (Ongopolo Mine), Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

74 mm x 59 mm x 29 mm, 155 grams

This specimen of Tarnowitzite is from an Old Collection which was collected between the 1980's to early 2000's.

 

  • Traditionally called 'tarnowitzite', much 'tarnowitzite' has been identified as a mixture of aragonite and cerussite, but lead-bearing aragonite with up to 3% PbCO3 may be homogeneous.
  • Variety of Aragonite.
  • Pearly, opaque, intergrown, subtle yellow to white crystals.
  • Clear, intergrown, pearly rhombohedral Calcite crystals have developed on the matrix.
  • Minor green Duftite can be seen on the perimeter of the specimen too.
  • Scattered chips and contact damage present.
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  • In most cases, damage will be present from where the specimen was removed from its parent material.
  • Sandy residue may be present.
  • Minor scattered chips to the crystal edges and faces may be present.
  • Any polished material will have minor surface scratches, natural fractures, and vugs.
  • We use the International System of Units (SI), so please Convert your measurements.
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