Uranophane, Malachite & Sklodowskite – Musonoi Mine, DR Congo
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A vibrant and visually striking uranium mineral specimen featuring an attractive association of uranophane, malachite, and sklodowskite from the legendary Musonoi Mine in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Bright yellow sprays of uranophane contrast beautifully against rich green copper mineralization, creating an eye-catching display piece from one of the world's most famous uranium-producing localities. The addition of sklodowskite, a rare uranium copper silicate named in honor of Marie Skłodowska Curie, further enhances the desirability of this classic Congo specimen.
Ex. Eric Quinter Collection
Musonoi Mine is renowned among collectors for producing some of the finest secondary uranium minerals ever discovered, including sklodowskite, cuprosklodowskite, kasolite, vandenbrandeite, metatorbernite, and numerous other rare species. Specimens from this locality are highly sought after for their rarity, beauty, and historical significance.
Species: Uranophane, Malachite, Sklodowskite
Locality: Musonoi Mine, Kolwezi, Mutshatsha, Lualaba Province, DR Congo
Provenance: Ex. Eric Quinter Collection
An excellent addition to any collection of uranium minerals, Congo classics, rare secondary minerals, or radioactive mineral specimens.
☢️ This specimen contains naturally occurring uranium minerals and should be handled and stored responsibly.
