The Tsumeb mine is regarded in the mineral collecting world by many as the greatest locality overall. Including a wide range of species, rich history, and type locale specimens, the depth of collectability often goes far beyond the visual appeal. The mine was first discovered on January 21, 1893, by Matthew Rogers. It was initially described as “The Green Hill”. The mine would operate for just over a century, shutting down in 1996 for economic reasons. Tsumeb is considered a world-class quality producer of Adamite, Azurite, Cerussite, Dioptase, Mimetite, Tennantite, and many other species. It is home to 76 Type Locality Minerals.
A rich and beautiful cluster of malachite coating white dolomite! The contrast of this specimen is remarkable and striking. The dolomite crystals while small, are extremely sharp and gemmy where crystallography is present. Mounted to an acrylic base and accompanied by dealer label from Persson Rare Minerals noting origin of Burton Ford collection
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(1.8 × 2.0 × 0.6 in - 4.5 × 5.0 × 1.5 cm) 1.9oz / 53g (with base)
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The Tsumeb mine is regarded in the mineral collecting world by many as the greatest locality overall. Including a wide range of species, rich history, and type locale specimens, the depth of collectability often goes far beyond the visual appeal. The mine was first discovered on January 21, 1893, by Matthew Rogers. It was initially described as “The Green Hill”. The mine would operate for just over a century, shutting down in 1996 for economic reasons. Tsumeb is considered a world-class quality producer of Adamite, Azurite, Cerussite, Dioptase, Mimetite, Tennantite, and many other species. It is home to 76 Type Locality Minerals.
A rich and beautiful cluster of malachite coating white dolomite! The contrast of this specimen is remarkable and striking. The dolomite crystals while small, are extremely sharp and gemmy where crystallography is present. Mounted to an acrylic base and accompanied by dealer label from Persson Rare Minerals noting origin of Burton Ford collection
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(1.8 × 2.0 × 0.6 in - 4.5 × 5.0 × 1.5 cm) 1.9oz / 53g (with base)
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