Malachite replacing Azurite, exceptional Tsumeb classic
Tsumeb
Otjikoto Region, Namibia
9.8 x 6.2 x 3.3 CM (cabinet)
price: $4900
Pre Holiday 2017
Incredible form, with large sharp crystals showing classic Azurite shape covered by silky Malachite. In exceptional condition, the biggest crystal in this cluster is textbook habit, doubly terminated and 6.3 CM long. A few areas of Azurite remain, with Bayldonite and Olivenite present as well. Ex N.Collins and A. Edwards collections. Impressive display impact, in clean undamaged condition, this is a top quality Tsumeb piece likely from the 1920-30 vintage years.
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Malachite replacing Azurite, exceptional Tsumeb classic
Tsumeb
Otjikoto Region, Namibia
9.8 x 6.2 x 3.3 CM (cabinet)
price: $4900
Pre Holiday 2017
Incredible form, with large sharp crystals showing classic Azurite shape covered by silky Malachite. In exceptional condition, the biggest crystal in this cluster is textbook habit, doubly terminated and 6.3 CM long. A few areas of Azurite remain, with Bayldonite and Olivenite present as well. Ex N.Collins and A. Edwards collections. Impressive display impact, in clean undamaged condition, this is a top quality Tsumeb piece likely from the 1920-30 vintage years.
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