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Azurite from Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

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Sharp lustrous deep blue crystal of azurite 1.7 cm in size set on matrix with green crystallized zincolivenite. Slight chipping present on the azurite crystal, still quite nice.

Product details

SpeciesAzuriteZincolivenite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on02/12/2025
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Jun 2025
Price paid
$160.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Azurite
Mineral guide
Learn about Azurite
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.
Locality guide
Tsumeb
Tsumeb, Namibia — world-renowned locality famed for a rich copper–lead–zinc ore pipe, with dioptase on calcite, azurite blades, and smithsonite prized by colle…