Olivenite with Malachite replacing Azurite
specimen number:
8282316
location:
Tsumeb mine, Otjikoto, Namibia
description: Olive green lustrous sharp crystals of olivenite measuring to 0.3 cm in size covering the front side of this matrix. The backside is coated by green crystallized malachite. Scattered throughout are bladed crystals of azurite measuring to 3.5 cm in length, these is in the process of being replaced by malachite. Overall in great condition.
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