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Azurite

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An unusually large, very blocky and highly lustrous, midnight-blue azurite crystal from Tsumeb. Two sides and the square termination are very sharp and massive. This is classic, highly representative material, with sharp faces on all sides. A near floater, the contacting on the back and bottom certainly do not detract from this showy piece. Ex. George Elling Collection.

Product details

SpeciesAzurite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 3.1 x 2.8 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.