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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 55986
Mineral:Azurite and Malachite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Lustrous translucent dark-blue azurite crystals to 6 mm with minor green malachite microcrystals on tan-colored calcite. The azurite crystals look beautiful when viewed under magnification with excellent color and luster. Ex. M. Sussman
Overall Size:4x2x1.5 cm
Crystals:0.1-6.0 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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