Azurite and Tsumebite (TL), on Smithsonite (illustrated) - image 1
Azurite and Tsumebite (TL), on Smithsonite (illustrated) - image 2
Azurite and Tsumebite (TL), on Smithsonite (illustrated) - image 3

Azurite and Tsumebite (TL), on Smithsonite (illustrated)

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Outstanding thumbnail composed of two, highly lustrous, deep blue crystals of Azurite, to 1 cm in length, nestled among a garden of beautiful, emerald-green crystals of Tsumebite - unusually isolated and rich, and large for the species! All on a drusy, Smithsonite matrix. This lovely combo specimen is made even better by the fact that Tsumeb is the TYPE LOCALITY for Tsumebite. A photo of this specimen may be seen both on the front cover, and page 19, of 'Minerals of Namibia' by Shields and Frances Flynn. Small, but SO GORGEOUS!

Product details

SpeciesAzurite, Tsumebite, Smithsonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.8 x 2.6 x 1.1 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.