Metatorbernite: Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo

Description

Species: Metatorbernite
Locality: Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba, DR Congo
Dimensions: 5.7 x 7.0 x 3.3 cm, 80 grams

Gorgeous, large, very rich specimen of what appears to be two generations of metatorbernite crystals, a darker initial one and a paler later one – or perhaps that later one has been pseudomorphed? from the famous Musonoi mine in the DR Congo. Excellent example of this beautiful and uncommon material at a good price point. Ex. Eric Quinter Collection. Classic!!