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Azurite, Arsentsumebite

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A very difficult-to-obtain specimen of lustrous azurite crystals on matrix associated with the rare lead-copper-arsenate-sulfate-hydroxide, arsentsumebite. A prize for a Tsumeb collector or just a collector of rare (and pretty, in this case!) specimens! This is awesome color contrast. Tsumeb is the arsentsumebite. type locality, and in fact it has hardly been seen anywhere else. 4.7 x 3.7 x 1.6cm

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.7 x 3.7 x 1.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Azurite
Mineral guide
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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.