Cerussite Twinned Star Formation

Cerussite Twinned Star Formation from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia.

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Large translucent gray Cerussite crystals twinned at 60° angles forming six-pointed star-shaped groupings commonly called sixling-twins. Remnants of earthy gray Galena matrix is included in the bottom. All crystals present are complete and undamaged, but there is evidence among the many crystals that a few are missing.

Locality

Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia.

Dimensions

7 x 5 x 4 cm.


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