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Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 23143
Mineral:Azurite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Large specimen of blue azurite crystals with minor cerussite, malachite, cuprite scattered throughout. This specimen was purchased in 1961 from a widow of a Tsumeb miner. It might be possible to clean further.
Overall Size:10x9x5 cm
Crystals:micro to 2 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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