Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 1
Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 2
Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 3
Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 4
Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 5
Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 6
Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite - image 7

Malachite ps. Azurite on Dolomite (fl) with Cerussite

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Super-sharp Malachite after Azurite pseudo, where the original forms of almost a dozen Azurites are perfectly retained. The largest crystal is 2.2 cm, and they all have a beautiful, deep green color with an almost iridescent luster. The Malachites are on a matrix of mm-size, highly-fluorescent Dolomite crystals, with a few small, gemmy Cerussite crystals added for very good measure. A choice pseudo with great aesthetics, this is a classic style unique to Tsumeb. Better in person, even.

Product details

SpeciesMalachite, Azurite, Dolomite, Cerussite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.4 x 5.3 x 3.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

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

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Malachite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
from the Tsumeb Mine, Namibia - azurite-related pseudomorphs, velvety acicular sprays, blue-on-green contrast, highly valued by collectors for form.