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Descloizite

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Descloizite

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Description
Locality: 
Berg Aukas, Grootfontein, Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia
Class: 
Crystal Group/Cluster
Size Range: 
Small cabinet (7-10 cm)
Size: 
8.2 × 7.2 × 8.6 cm
Description

Here we have sharp terminated, well articulated Descloizite with a HUGE main crystal in the center of the piece. This vertical free-standing crystal is almost 8cm tall, the faces show glossy luster. In the front and also at the back-side there are several other crystals; growing more diagonal in a 45° angle to the center-crystal. A spectacular assemble and much more try-dimensional in person. No significant damages to report and very showy in various positions.

Mineral Data
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Descloizite

Formula: 
Pb(Zn,Cu)(VO4)(OH)
Strunz: 
8.BH.40
Hardness: 
3.0 - 3.5
Type Locality: 
Sierra de Córdoba, Punilla Department, Córdoba, Argentina