Malachite replacing Azurite
specimen number:
8282455
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Large blocky crystals of what were once azurite measuring to 3.5 cm in size on matrix and replaced by green malachite. Sky-blue crystal is present as well. In good condition.
Size: 7.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Eugenio Andrades
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