Rosasite on Malachite after Azurite - image 1
Rosasite on Malachite after Azurite - image 2
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Rosasite on Malachite after Azurite

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Wonderful old time classic from Namibia. A large sharp thick crystal of what was once azurite at first replaced by crystallized malachite, and then a coating of bluish green rosasite. This is in really fine condition all around. Previous label from the collection of Marshall Sussman.

Product details

SpeciesMalachite, Azurite, Rosasite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.8 x 3.5 x 1.9 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2025Unknown Owner$12,500.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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