Rosasite on Malachite after Azurite with Cerussite - image 1

Rosasite on Malachite after Azurite with Cerussite

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Large freestanding crystals of terminated azurite measuring to 3.5 cm in height forming a cluster with glassy twinned crystals of cerussite. The azurite crystals are replaced by green malachite, and then in turn almost completely coated with blue rosasite crystals. This neat specimen is crystallized completely all around with no points of attachment and in very good condition.

Product details

SpeciesMalachite, Azurite, Rosasite, Cerussite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 4.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2024Unknown Owner$1,500.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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