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Malachite replacing Azurite

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Classic grouping of thick bladed crystals of what were once azurite, these now replaced by deep green crystallized malachite. Complete all around and in excellent condition. An excellent example for this classic.

Product details

SpeciesMalachite, Azurite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.4 x 3.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on12/02/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2025Unknown Owner$135.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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