Description

Azurite on matrix from Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Refion, Namibia

17-NN-14

6.7 x 4.9 x 2.9 cm

Terminated and well formed royal blue Azurite crystals on a contrasting matrix of Quartz crystals! What’s interesting about Tsumeb is that a few common minerals such as Quartz, Galena, Pyrite, and a few others are actually quite uncommon at the mine! One of the richest ore bodies in the world, the Tsumeb Mine produced millions of tons of metallic ores as well as numerous varieties of minerals, in all sorts of combinations! Azurite is one of the main species collectors go for from this locale. This is a keeper for sure!