Malachite after Azurite with Calcite, Quartz
specimen number:
1382008
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Large crystals of what were once azurite measuring to almost 4.0 cm in size set on a crystallized calcite matrix and beautifully replaced by lustrous green crystallized malachite. Minor quartz is present. This is in terrific condition all around.
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