Malachite after Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Nambia

USD250.00

Malachite after Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Nambia

44N2015

$250

5.8 x 4.2 x 2.9 cm
71.5 grams
Sharp cluster of chatoyant Malachite that has replaced Azurite crystals, atom for atom, whilst retaining its original crystal structure! This phenomena is called a pseudomorph, and occurs with other mineral combinations as well. 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! Don’t let this one slip by!This is an exciting piece for anyone!

Malachite after Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Nambiba

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Malachite after Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Nambiba

Malachite after Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Nambia

44N2015

$250

5.8 x 4.2 x 2.9 cm
71.5 grams
Sharp cluster of chatoyant Malachite that has replaced Azurite crystals, atom for atom, whilst retaining its original crystal structure! This phenomena is called a pseudomorph, and occurs with other mineral combinations as well. 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! Don’t let this one slip by!This is an exciting piece for anyone!

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Weight 0.072 kg
Dimensions 5.8 x 4.2 x 2.9 cm

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