Barite with Malachite after Azurite
specimen number:
2751067
location:
Milpillas mine, Sonora, Mexico
description:
Colorless gemmy sparkling tabular crystals of barite averaging 0.5 cm in size scattered across the top of blocky crystals of what were once azurite to 2.0 cm in size now replaced by green chatoyant malachite. Minimal micro-chipping present to the barite.
Size: 12.0 x 7.0 x 3.5 cm (cabinet)
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