Malachite replacing Azurite
specimen number:
5003304
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description:
Classic specimen from this area consisting of a cluster of azurite crystals in the process of being replaced by green chatoyant malachite. Collected in the early 1980s, this piece is in super condition all around with no points of attachment. The specimen comes with a previous collection label as shown at the end of the video.
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