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Azurite

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These crystals have the best, glassiest luster you could ever want in a Tsumeb azurite and are ALL TRANSPARENT, GEMMY BLUE when backlit! The piece looks like it has blue glass glued to it....This is a remarkable specimen of large size and incredible condition, pristine on all major crystals. Ex. Tom Hall Collection, purchased from dealer Rick Smith (in the 1970's). This is a truly fine display specimen of large size. Comes with custom-made lucite base. 9.5 x 9x 3 cm

Product details

SpeciesAzurite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.5 x 9.0 x 3.0 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
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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.