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Malachite, Azurite

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This was a huge crystal of azurite that has been completely pseudomorphed into malachite. About 50% of the malachite's surface is the choice variety with the beautiful iridescent shimmer. Ex. Willy Israel Collection.

Product details

Species
Malachite, AzuriteAbout Malachite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.5 x 6.9 x 2.5 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.