Malachite after Azurite
specimen number:
8282109
location:
Milpillas mine, Santa Cruz, Sonora, Mexico
description: Sharp bladed crystals of what were once azurite measuring to 3.2 cm in size are aesthetically scattered across the front of a brecciated matrix. These crystals are in the process of being replaced by velvety green crystallized malachite. This is in super condition.
Size: 8.0 x 5.5 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Eugenio Andrades
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