Aragonite with Smithsonite
specimen number:
1382174
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Classic lustrous translucent white crystals of aragonite, the lead rich variety known as tarnowitzite, measuring to 1.5 cm in size on a crystallized smithsonite matrix. The aragonite crystals are fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light. This is in good condition.
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