Mimetite from Tsumeb, Namibia. Specimens and photo by – J de Jongh


Crystal system:
            Hexagonal                                 Hardness:        3,5 - 4
Density:                        7,1 – 7,24                                  Cleavage:         Imperfect
Streak:                         White                                         Colour:                         White, yellow, orange, brown, red.
Occurrence:                  A secondary mineral found in the oxidized zones of...

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