Cuprian Adamite (2 varieties) ex Rob Smith Coll.

Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Namibia
Small Cabinet, 8.4 x 6.5 x 6.0 cm
Start Time: 02/12/2009 8:00:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 02/19/2009 8:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

A UNIQUE, very showy and rich specimen from Tsumeb with TWO different varieties of cuprian smithsonite. One vug, at 4.8 cm, in the sulfide-rich, sculptural, mounded matrix is filled with sparkly, gemmy, emerald-green and pastel-green, cuprian adamite crystals. The adjacent vug is totally filled with the lustrous, pastel-green cuprian adamite variety. This is a facinating, VERY RICH and UNUSUAL cuprian adamite specimen from this famous and now-closed mine. Cuprian adamite of this quality is one of the most sought-after, less common species from this renowned locale. Ex Rob Smith Collection and fairly valued at $1000-1500 for richness, color and quality.

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