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Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

 
Azurite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 22786
Mineral:Azurite
Locality:Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Description:Cluster of many subparallel azurite crystals. The azurite has many minute crystals of a colorless mineral (cerussite?) scattered over the surface giving it a sandy appearance - looks beautiful under magnification.
Overall Size:5x2.5x2 cm
Crystals:micro to 20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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