Tennantite after Azurite with Mimetite, Brochantite
specimen number:
1382247
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Bladed crystals of what were once azurite sharp and terminated measuring to 1.5 cm in height are forming a matrix less cluster and are now replaced by dark metallic crystalline tennantite. Glistening thin needlelike crystals of mimetite are scattered throughout. Minor quartz is present. This miniature specimen is in terrific condition. Minor brochantite present as well.
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