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PostPosted: Apr 19, 2024 11:39    Post subject: Tsumeb Unknown  

While doing some close-in macro photography on this old Tsumeb Calcite with Duftite specimen, I noticed a bow-tie mineral which I am having a hard time identifying. It fluoresces a strong deep orange @ 365 nm (sorry no photo). I was thinking perhaps aragonite but I thought I might get some knowledgeable feedback from the Tsumeb experts in the forum. Thanks in advance!


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 Mineral: Unknown, Calcite, Duftite
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Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
 Dimensions: FOV 3 x 5 mm
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PostPosted: Apr 19, 2024 13:49    Post subject: Re: Tsumeb Unknown  

I propose cerussite. You can't see the crystals well.
I doubt duftite.
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PostPosted: Apr 19, 2024 13:49    Post subject: Re: Tsumeb Unknown  

Almost certainly Mimetite, its fluorescence, as well as its appearance, indicates it.
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PostPosted: Apr 19, 2024 14:43    Post subject: Re: Tsumeb Unknown  

Thanks Jordi! I would not have thought of that, makes perfect sense.
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