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Azurite

Unknown Owner
Here we have a classic from Tsumeb. Sprays of radiating lustrous dark blue smithsonite jut out from a matrix of dark green arsentsumebite. I also note minor malachite crystals and cerussite. The specimen is in good condition with minor damages noted near the periphery.

Product details

Species
Azurite, Malachite, ArsentsumebiteAbout Azurite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.6 x 3.5 x 3.0 cm
Added on09/13/2025
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
09/2025Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—DanZ RockshopNot 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.
Regional guide
Azurite from Tsumeb
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