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MD-243368
Dolomite (Var: Zincian Dolomite)
Tsumeb Mine (Tsumcorp Mine), Tsumeb, Otjikoto (Oshikoto) Region, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 4.3 x 2.3 cm
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Rare, pearlescent, powder-blue zincian dolomite rhombs cover the 3-dimensional matrix crust on this fine specimen is from the Tsumeb Mine. The rhombs have a beautiful sugary, sparkly quality to them. Zincian dolomite crystals are often confused with tarnowitzite or plumboan aragonite, but as you can see they have a really distinct habit. Ex. Marshall Sussman Collection.