MALACHITE pseudomorph after AZURITE on CERUSSITE

Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia, Africa

Status

Available

Size

2.8 x 2.7 x 1.6 cm (Miniature)

Collection

ex. Ulrich Bahmann Collection

Description

Green Malachite with a silky lustre has pseudomorphed intergrown Azurite crystals atop a Cerussite crystal. The Malachite crystals have a layered appearance, and measure up to 2cm in length; the largest crystal is fan shaped, and the others tabular. The Malachite pseudomorphs are perched on a partial gemmy twinned Cerussite crystal. Thin veins of sparkling brown Iron oxides cut through the Malachite and Cerussite, and several tiny Wulfenite crystals are present on the surface of the Iron oxide. A really cute display.

Owner

Kristalle and Crystal Classics