Chalcotrichite in Calcite with Malachite
sold- Locality
- Tsumeb, Namibia
- Minerals
- Cuprite, Calcite, Malachite
- Dimensions
- 7 x 6 x 5 cm
- Size class
- Small Cabinet
- SID
- T661
Two generations of Calcite with the later generation showing incredible orange coloration due to inclusions of Chalcotrichite. To add to the color explosion are fibrous bright green crystals of Malachite. Peeking out in areas is the first generation of Calcite, which is green due to inclusions of Dioptase This is old material from the collection of longtime African dealer Rob Smith. Sawcut on one side.