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Malachite ps. Azurite

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A sharp example of a single crystal with the classic, highly-desired, velvet luster and chevron patterns of the best of the best of Tsumeb malachites! This crystal is malachite now, having completely replaced an azurite. It probably dates to the older mining here, prior to the 1970s. Photo by Joe Budd. Comes with a custom lucite base.

Product details

Species
Malachite, AzuriteAbout Malachite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.8 x 2.3 x 0.3 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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Malachite
Mineral guide
Learn about Malachite
vivid green banded crystals and botryoidal forms from copper deposits; color varieties, formation clues, and identification tips for collectors.
Malachite
Regional guide
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.