Tarnowitzite (Plumboan Aragonite)

Item Description

A fine quality and beautifully LUSTROUS group of terminated Aragonite crystals in an aesthetic "fan"-like grouping sitting on matrix. The crystal habit is indicative of this variety of Aragonite from Tsumeb which has lead included within it (known as Tarnowitzite). Again, super lustrous crystals with very well-formed faces. Some of the smallest crystals are actually completely transparent and gem quality. The biggest crystal measures up to 2.3 cm. These crystals also fluoresce a beautiful hue in short wave UV. A great specimen, and much better in person! From an old East Coast collection, priced at $800.