Mottramite & Wulfenite

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Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia

Reference: 567

Interesting specimen with lots going on. Both top and bottom faces are liberally covered in micro-crystalline mottramite forming small spheres and towers amongst which wulfenite, malachite and rhombohedral calcite crystals are perched. Ex. Hyde collection acquired in 1972.

Formula: Mottramite: PbCuVO₄(OH); Wulfenite: Pb(MoO₄)

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 87x58x40mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)