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Azurite on Malachite from Metcalf Mine, Morenci, Greenlee County, Arizona

 
Azurite on Malachite from Metcalf Mine, Morenci, Greenlee County, Arizona

Azurite on Malachite from Metcalf Mine, Morenci, Greenlee County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 39118
Mineral:Azurite on Malachite
Locality:Metcalf Mine, Morenci, Greenlee County, Arizona
Description:Vivid blue azurite crystals in hemispherical aggregates up to 8 mm diameter overgrown on fine, green malachite hemispherical crystals up to 1 mm diameter. The specimen sits upright without additional support.
Overall Size:9x4x4 cm
Crystals:1-4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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