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Azurite on Quartz from Zacatecas, Mexico

 
Azurite on Quartz from Zacatecas, Mexico

Azurite on Quartz from Zacatecas, Mexico

Azurite on Quartz from Zacatecas, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 26521
Mineral:Azurite on Quartz
Locality:Zacatecas, Mexico
Description:Lustrous translucent deep-blue azurite crystals on contrasting white quartz with minor green malachite. The azurite crystals are rhombohedral form and scattered in small cavities throughout the quartz. Ex. Phillip Greybill (1935-2018) collection; collected ca. 1980
Overall Size:30x25x20 mm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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