Kamotoite-(Y) with Curite on Uraninite Kamoto East Open cut, Kamoto, Kolwezi, Western area, Katanga Copper Crescent, Katanga (Shaba), Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaïre) 2.9cm x 2.55cm x 1.8cm Ex. Gilbert Gauthier Collection

Description/Interesting Notes: A rare example of kamotoite from the type locality in Kamoto!!! Kamotoite is a rare REE (rare earth element), uranium-bearing carbonate!!! This specimen consists of a dense matrix of solid uraninite that hosts several patches of bright yellow kamotoite crystals in association with massive orange curite!!! The kamotoite is present as acicular crystals that lay flat against the uraninite!!! The definition of the crystals is much more apparent in person!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! This specimen retains an old label from the Gauthier Collection!!! Gilbert Gauthier (1924-2006) was a mining geologist and engineer for Union Minére du Haut Katanga!!! His profession gained him access to the mineral rich Katanga region as well as the famed Shinkolobwe Mine!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! STAY TUNED!!! MORE AUCTIONS WILL BE ADDED MONDAY NIGHT FOR A SPECIAL 3-DAY AUCTION, ENDING THURSDAY JULY 1st!!!

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