Description/Interesting Notes:
A rare example of gemmy siderite and hematite from Tsumeb!!! These Tsumeb siderites are very rare indeed!!! This specimen consists of
a cluster of intergrown siderite crystals in association with submillimeter blades of hematite!!! The siderite crystals have complex, scalenohedral
habits with gemmy clarity, glassy luster, and intense golden color (in person, they are reminiscent of South African rhodochrosite crystals, except
gold in color instead of red!)!!! Although the crystals aren't complete, they are still quite spectacular for the species and for the locality!!! This
specimen retains an old label from John MacDonald as well!!! Rare material!!!
The pics hardly do it justice!!! Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!
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