Size: 7.5x4.5x3 cm
Species: Calcite Incl. w/ Chalcotrichite, Malachite
Locality: Tsumeb Mine, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
Description: Here is a unique specimen consisting of bright orange chalcotrichite included rhombohedrons of calcite with green malachite. Although calcite was common at Tsumeb this particular coloration combo was relatively limited. Pieces from this find were nicknamed by many collectors as “christmas rocks” or “christmas tree ornaments”. Ex: M. Rattay, Jack Halpern #3041
ID: 27988
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Size: 7.5x4.5x3 cm
Species: Calcite Incl. w/ Chalcotrichite, Malachite
Locality: Tsumeb Mine, Oshikoto Region, Namibia
Description: Here is a unique specimen consisting of bright orange chalcotrichite included rhombohedrons of calcite with green malachite. Although calcite was common at Tsumeb this particular coloration combo was relatively limited. Pieces from this find were nicknamed by many collectors as “christmas rocks” or “christmas tree ornaments”. Ex: M. Rattay, Jack Halpern #3041
ID: 27988
For More Photos, Videos, or Additional Information Please Contact Us
