Malachite replacing Azurite
specimen number:
8632308
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikito, Namibia
description: A classic specimen from Namibia, large blocky thick crystals of what were once azurite, the largest measuring 7.0 cm in length, now replaced by green malachite. There is some unaltered azurite present as well. The piece is in great condition.
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