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Azurite on Bayldonite

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Terrific Azurites always come to mind when mentioning-Tsumeb' but this piece is shocking, ridiculous in color contrastr - it stands out from all other such azuyurite thumbers I have seen and is competition level, thus. These deep blue, sharp, rectangular prisms with classic lustrous, striated faces are set off beautifully against contrasting halloween-green Bayldonite (microcrystals). The Azurite crystals average 1-1.5 cm. This makes for a uniquely attractive toenail (large thumbnail or small miniature) specimen that is well-balanced, aesthetic, and very hard to come by. The association is rare. Ex. Sam Nasser collection.

Product details

SpeciesAzurite, Bayldonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 2.0 x 1.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot 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.