This book is absolutely a must have for every mineral collector on the planet. Many individual clay mineral assemblages occur in fluvial, pan, cave and other. I bought a book in swakopmund roadside geology of namibia by schneider that. Tsumeb fine minerals mineral treasures of tsumeb, namibia. Search results environmental information service namibia.
View all hotels near namibia swa gemstones on tripadvisor. While most chevron amethyst only combine purple amethyst and white snow quartz, brandberg amethyst combines purple amethyst, grey smoky quartz and clear quartz. South africa, namibia lapidary rock mineral crystal gemstone photo field guide, handy reference field guide to. This informative hardcover book is 300plus pages with hundreds of specimen. I look forward to visiting namibia in a couple of months time to test the. A mineral is a naturally occurring, usually inorganic material with a specific chemical composition and a definite crystalline structure. Africa slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. May be metallic or nonmetallic and refers to the light reflected off the surfaces of crystal faces of a mineral. This book is like a 10 star hotel you cant imagine the quality, unless you see it for yourself.
We specialise in project development and assist mining and exploration companies through the provision of 2d and 3d mineral potential modelling, 3d integrated geological mapping, targeting studies and a wide range of gis services. Minerals policy 6 draft final mines and energy nam. The geology and minerals only add the the experience. The imported german beer was, however, not suited to the hot and dry climate and at the beginning of the 1900s two breweries were established in windhoek and another one in omaruru. About us, about namibia about our stones about our people. Namibias beer drinking tradition dates back to the late 1800s with the arrival of german soldiers and officials.
Click the pictures to get full data, click the x to remove the gem from the list. This place is highly recommended and you need to experience it when in namibia. Mineral specimens tsumeb, namibia earths treasures. Fine minerals from namibia, azurite, cerussite, tsumeb. The rooms was amazing with the view and the big bath and outside shower. There are over 3,500 minerals discovered so far worldwide with around 100 common to the earths crust. This is an aesthetic and impactful, combo specimen of aqua accented by contrasting black schorl. South africa, namibia lapidary rock mineral crystal. By promoting, facilitating and regulating development and sustainable utilization of namibias mineral, geological and energy resource through competent staff. The arkenstone has a wide variety of minerals from namibia including specimens from famous mines like tsumeb, gobobos, brandberg, oranje river, and throughout the erongo mountains. Hobby faceters cutters, private collectors and dealers welcome to contact us for further information. Georg gebhards highly sought after book on one of the most famous mineral deposits in the world tsumeb. Dolomite was the first camp built on the western side of etosha national park. Welcome to our little rock shop,with more than 11 years in the business we pride ourselves on bringing you the best.
The british explorer james alexander had already visited the area in 1837. Travel books guide books and other namibian literature. My ultimate african safari, daniel, the elephants tale, when the riv. The most commonly listed primary commodities in namibia mines are copper, silver, and lead.
In mineralrich namibia, some 10 groups can be found with some 105 species described on this website. The collecting and trading of minerals has been a lifelong passion for all of those that have been intensely involved in the mineral division of the house of gems, as a small family owned business the passing of the torch has been a significant occasion to further the knowledge and exposure of namibia and its mineral resources for future. The obsidian chamber, the last train to zona verde. The tsumeb mine, located in namibia, is home to at least 70 type minerals and at 282 species making it one of the most unique mineralogical deposits in the world. Chair, namibia is endowed with mineral resources including uranium. By promoting, facilitating and regulating development and sustainable utilization of namibias mineral, geological and energy resource through competent staff, innovation, research and stakeholder collaboration in a conducive environment for the benefits of all namibians and the world.
Aquamarine with schorl erongo09337 erongo mountain. The overall quality of the photos will astound you. Farm on the northern edge of the erongo mountain, west of omaruru. Tsumeb is a small mining town in northern namibia and is wellknown for its german cuisine and the tsumeb museum. The centre for science and environment cse says it would benefit namibia to levy a cess on mineral production to supplement royalties paid to government. We mostly have specimens from the following 3 provinces. To discover where to dig up these dusty and modern treasures, check out the following shops.
Welcome to kristall galerie swakopmund, namibia home of the worlds largets quartz crystal cluster on display. The ministry of mines and energy is renowned as performance driven. The mineral collection of the geological survey of namibia. Namibian and south african mineral specimens and crystals. At the time these mines were surveyed, 4 mines in namibia were observed to have ore mineralization in an outcrop, shallow pit, or isolated drill holeknown as an occurance mine. This site is committed to share the common joy of mineral collecting with all mineral enthusiasts. Whether looking for quartz, tennantite, fluorite, dioptase, mimetite, azurite, jeremejevite, cerussite, smithsonite, or dozens of other mineral varieties. Massum street southern industrial, windhoek namibia. Ministry of mines and energy, between 2002 and 2004 physical description iv, 41 p.
A newly updated book on the minerals and varied location in namibia by three wellversed authors who understand the requirements of mineral collectors and also catering for the wider interest. Mining is a critical sector of the namibian economy and mineral assets form a major source of national wealth. Dauremas mineral development namibia, windhoek, namibia. Luderitz magma mainly melts metamorphic meteorite million year old million years ago minerals mountain chains namib desert namibia nappe naukluft nowadays occur oceanic crust otavi.
A new updated book on the minerals and varied location in namibia by three wellversed authors who under stand the requirements of mineral collectors and also catering for the wider interest. This one is the second edition which comes with stunning images. The contrast between the azurite and calcite is great. Okandawasi pit, kaokoveld plateau, kunene region, namibia. Edition schloss freudenstein, bode verlag gmbh, haltern, 344in english. Klein windhoek is the oldest part of the town, having been established in 1840 by jonker afrikaner and his 800strong group. The book is easy reading and highlights areas of geological interest along most of the main routes likely to be used by tourists. Due to a changing inventry more information on request. You may want to purchase these to help plan your trip, to read during your travels or as a reminder of your namibian adventure. Dauremas mineral development namibia windhoek, namibia.
The first edition of namibia was released in 2006, with german only text. Waltons namibia will be running a business center at the expo, doing printing, colour, black and white. Weve compiled a list of what we believe are the best guide books, novels, coffee table books and travel writing about namibia. Fine minerals from namibia are prized throughout the world. Minerals and localities paperback january 1, 2007 by rainer bode author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Tumbled brandberg amethyst namibia moonrise crystals. Selling of basic stationery, binding, laminating, guilotine services as well waltons will also be selling of a new. Below are four great reasons to visit this site and why shopping with us is a pleasure. South africa, namibia lapidary rock mineral crystal gemstone photo field guide james radtke on. Georg gebhard of germany internationally known expert on tsumeb mineralogy and specimens this is currently the ultimate reference book for tsumeb minerals for the collector, filled as it is with a broad scientific background and also photos and examples of exciting specimens. We are an independent bookstore in windhoek, specialising in custom orders. We mine diamonds, copper, uranium, and many more strategic minerals. Namibia 2 minerals and localities crystal classics.
A local investor group, which included pe minerals namibia pty. Tourmaline,aquamarine,jeremejevite,demantoid,fluorite. Although some minerals have a colourless streak, when scratched on white porcelain, some minerals leave a powdery residue, known as a streak. Other industrial minerals and metals produced in the country include granite, marble, salt, sodalite, dolomite, semiprecious stones, wollastonite and sulfur, zinc, gold, arsenic, lead, manganese, and, silver. Pdf we delineated seven soil clay mineral provinces in namibia. Namibia produces approximately 2% of gemquality diamonds globally. One of the brightest and most stunning dioptase specimens of this size i have ever seen. We serve as a direct link between our customers and what the namibian mineral market has to offer. Namibia has 63 identified mines listed in the diggings. Brandberg amethyst is a unique type of chevron amethyst found in namibia. Minerals new to tsumeb ministry of mines and energy. He had requested the services of a missionary, and the rhenish missionary society rms built the first house in the area in the same year. What started out as a hobby, collecting stones and revise them, became a.
We understand faceting material from namibia tourmaline, demantoid, etc. For those interested in learning more about namibian minerals, bode publishing has two incredible books on namibia, the most recent. Closeby the minen hotel, guests will find a golf course, a casino and bowling alley. Not only does the magnificent landscape draw people to this fabulous land in the south of africa, but gem and mineral collectors are mesmerized by the extensive variety of exquisite stones. Mining is the biggest contributor to namibias economy in terms of revenue.
The formulation of such a policy will contribute to the creation of an environment that attracts both foreign and local investment in mining. Frikkie and hilda was the perfect hosts and very helpful. In large part a picture book, the work contains more then 0 photos, maps and drawings and covers 35 localities in 500 gallery pages, more than 30% this revised and updated 2nd edition of the original 2007 volume is a unique compilation of the bestever specimens from namibia. Namibia gained independence from south africa on 21 march 1990, following the namibian war of independence. The large, glassy and gemmy, rich blue aquamarines, to 7 cm in. The dolomite resort is one of the most scenic areas and is located on the western side of the etosha national park, near the dolomietpunt waterhole. The following is a list of namibia gems and minerals listed in our database. From secondhand trade shops to specialist literature suppliers, namibia more than caters for your average bookwork. Namibia is also the fourthlargest producer of uranium globally accounting for 8% of the worlds production. The minen hotel is situated in tsumeb, the ideal stopover for tourists travelling to the etosha national park and caprivi strip. A great second bit at the namibian cherry packed full of mineral pictures and site information, with 900 minerals and gems and 1500 pictures to see.
Namibia is currently one of the most fascinating mineralrich countries. Backbone of the namibian economy minerals,minerals. Dioptase is a relatively rare emeraldgreen mineral, sometimes tinged bluish or blackish. Abstract we delineated seven soil clay mineral provinces in namibia.