Cerussite is a carbonate mineral.

It is a widely distributed and common ore of lead. It is formed by the action of carbonated solutions on galena in the upper, oxidized zones of lead veins. Cerussite forms white or tinted tabular, pyramidal, or prismatic crystals (orthorhombic system) and crystal aggregates, as well as compact or granular masses. Luster is adamantine to vitreous.

Cerussite is a popular collection mineral. It can form some geometrically intricate structures and spoked star shapes because of multiple twinning.  Twinning is common in Cerussite and besides the intricate structures mentioned already, singular twins are also interesting and a must for collectors who are fond of twinned crystals.

Cerussite is a minor ore of lead. It has a very high luster due to the lead content. Just as leaded crystal glass sparkles more brilliantly because of its lead content, so too does Cerussite.

The specimens from Tsumeb is much sought after.