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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 miniature (3-4.5 cm)
Size: 
3.7 × 2.6 × 2.5 cm
Weight: 
21.88gr
Description

A group of descloizite crystals, some coated by tiny dolomite rhombs, lining a cavity in dolomite. The crystals are spear-shaped with only limited contact damage as can be seen in the photos. A nice specimen from Berg Aukas - famous for the best descloizite specimens. 

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

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

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Our parcels are normally sent via post office airmail with a tracking number, however courier services are available on request.

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