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Azurite on Arsentsumebite (TL)

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Noteworthy, three-dimensional small cab of Azurite crystals perched on a carpet of Arsentsumebite (characteristic of the first oxide zone of the upper levels of Tsumeb, mined circa 1900). The Azurites have superb luster that cause the crystals to twinkle with their own brand of deep blue fire. The largest Azurites reach about 8 mm, and all of them are well-formed and sharp. Associated with green Arsenotsumebite (Type Locality), the color combination is quite attractive, and mineral association an important one seldom seen for sale these days - over 100 years old!

Product details

SpeciesAzurite, Arsentsumebite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.7 x 4.5 x 4.4 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.