Willemite, Malachite, Rosasite: Tsumeb mine, Tsumeb, Namibia

Description

Species: Willemite, Malachite, Rosasite

Locality: Tsumeb mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

Dimensions: 6 x 5 x 3.3 cm.

Blue willemite specimens from Tsumeb are true classics of this famous locality and have been eagerly-sought by collectors and museums for over one hundred years. Rare on the contemporary market, these “hen’s teeth” specimens are a must-have for the serious Tsumeb or rarities collector. This fine older specimen features lustrous blue willemite associated with green malachite and minor rosasite. The willemite is covering all sides of a thin plate of matrix, and this showy specimen can be displayed from numerous angles. Comes with an older (1970s) Kristalle label. Mark Cross photos. Classic!!