Smithsonite Stalactites

Smithsonite Stalactites from Tsumeb, Namibia

Collection

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Description

An incredible formation of parallel Smithsonite stalactite, with shiny micro-crystals on the surfaces that cause the specimen to sparkle. This is a most unusual and remarkable example of Smithsonite. From the Smithsonian Natural History Museum public exhibit.

Locality

Tsumeb, Namibia

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