Dufftite, Calcite - Tsumeb, Namibia

Weight 50 grams

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CALCITE

Chemical composition: A rock-forming mineral with a chemical formula of CaCO3.

Metaphysical properties:

Amplifies energy. An excellent stone for various types of healing. It is also believed to attract wealth and love.

DUFFTITE

Chemical composition:
Duftite is a relatively common arsenate mineral with the formula CuPb(AsO4)(OH), related to conichalcite. A member of the adelite-descloizite Group, Conichalcite-Duftite Series.
Duftite and conichalcite specimens from Tsumeb are commonly zoned in colour and composition.
Optical properties‎: ‎Biaxial (-)Mohs scale hardness‎: ‎4.5

Metaphysical properties:
Help to open energy centres – to feel/be less withdrawn.
As green is related directly to the heart chakra, it assists with identifying feelings and healing of self-worth. Promotes a feeling of stillness and inner peace.

Tsumeb
There are over 600 specimens in the Tsumeb area, many of which are only found there, ie Type Locality.
The mine complex collectively known as the Tsumeb Mine has produced more distinct mineral species than any other locality on earth, including a wealth of rare species of minerals.