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Azurite and Arsentsumebite (Type Locality)

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Light emerald green crystals of Arsentsumebite (TYPE LOCALITY), to 7 mm, provide a beautiful, contrasting background for these rich, blue, sparkling crystals of Azurite, to 3 mm. Very good aesthetics.

Product details

Species
Azurite, ArsentsumebiteAbout Azurite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.6 x 1.7 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, TsumebRegional guide →

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.