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Hematite Inclusions In Smithsonite

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Hematite Inclusions In Smithsonite

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Description
Locality: 
Berg Aukas, Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Miniature (4.5-7 cm)
Size: 
6 × 5 × 3.5 cm
Description

This superb specimen featuring massive single crystals of smithsonite measuring up to 3cm and exhibit typical smithsonite form for the Berg Aukas locale in an extra special super aesthetic arrangement. 

Both large crystals display sheathed edges and vertical sides consisting of numerous layers of mineralization that each present a termination thus multiple terminations exist within one common structure. Positioned elegantly within the vug that is hollowed out behind the crystals which effectively allows you to view the crystals more holistically and fully appreciate their extraordinary features.

The second small crystal almost touches the larger one yet there is a slight gap between them creating extra special aesthetics. The orange inclusion is probably hematite visible clearly as a thin layer just beneath the surface covering the clear smithsonite inner, an advantage to the cleaved crystals around the base area.

The two main crystals are complete however do exhibit slight bruising and some contacting to the base area from previous attachment acceptable wear considering their rarity.

 

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Hematite

Formula: 
Fe2O3
Strunz: 
4.CB.05
Crystal System: 
Trigonal
Hardness: 
5.0 - 6.0

Smithsonite

Formula: 
ZnCO3
Strunz: 
5.AB.05
Hardness: 
4.0 - 4.5
Streak: 
White

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