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Azurite

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A lustrous cluster of bladed azurite on matrix from the famous Tsumeb Mine. Sharply terminated with striated faces and fantastic blue color. The focal crystal is in excellent condition and some translucency is visible along edges. There is some damage visible along the periphery.

Product details

SpeciesAzurite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on09/27/2025
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Jan 2026
Price paid
$0.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—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.
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…