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Photo by Ben DeCamp

Azurite

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The Mineralogical & Geological Museum, Harvard University
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Azurite, 5.7 cm, from the Tsumeb mine, Namibia (MGMH#87485). Ex Charles Palache collection; Ben DeCamp photo.

Product details

SpeciesAzurite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.7 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Northeast page 164

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Charles PalacheNot disclosed

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Azurite
Mineral guide
Learn about Azurite
deep blue copper carbonate with prismatic and botryoidal forms; alters to malachite; Mohs 3.5–4; identify color, habit, and notable localities.
Azurite
Regional guide
Azurite from Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia — renowned for large sharp blue crystals, vivid color, and classic associations with malachite; a historic, collectible locality.