{"product_id":"malachit-pseudomorph-nach-azurit-tsumeb-mine-namibia-historische-mineralstufe-vor-1988-seltenes-sammler-kristall-stufe-mineral","title":"Malachite pseudomorph after Azurite | Tsumeb Mine Namibia | Historic mineral specimen from before 1988 | Rare collector's crystal specimen mineral","description":"MALACHITE PSEUDOMORPH AFTER AZURITE – HISTORICAL MINERAL SPECIMEN FROM TSUMEB\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn extraordinary collector's item from the world-famous Tsumeb Mine in Namibia!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fascinating mineral specimen features a striking, upright malachite crystal that has preserved the original crystal form of azurite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dark green crystal rises impressively from a bright, high-contrast rock matrix with yellowish-green and white mineral sections.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParticularly beautiful are its clearly recognizable crystal faces, the distinctive crystal form, and the intense dark green coloration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe combination of the single, dominant crystal and the naturally grown matrix makes this specimen a wonderful display piece for discerning mineral collectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eORIGIN \u0026amp; MINERALOGY\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Mineral: Malachite pseudomorph after azurite\u003cbr\u003e• Chemical formula malachite: Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂\u003cbr\u003e• Original mineral: Azurite\u003cbr\u003e• Locality: Tsumeb Mine, Otavi Mountains, Namibia\u003cbr\u003e• Age: Before 1988, according to the original label\u003cbr\u003e• Color: Dark green on a bright, partially yellowish-green matrix\u003cbr\u003e• Crystal form: Preserved original azurite crystal form\u003cbr\u003e• Processing: Natural, untreated mineral specimen\u003cbr\u003e• Special feature: Historical collector's item with original label\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHAT MAKES THIS PSEUDOMORPH SPECIAL?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a pseudomorph, an original mineral is replaced by another while its outer crystal form remains largely intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this specimen, the original azurite has been replaced by malachite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result is a green malachite crystal that still shows the characteristic crystal form of the original azurite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuch pseudomorphs are fascinating evidence of natural geological transformation processes and are particularly popular among mineral collectors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE FAMOUS TSUMEB MINE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tsumeb Mine in Namibia is one of the most famous historical mineral localities in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is particularly known for its extraordinary variety of copper minerals and its impressive crystal specimens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMalachite pseudomorphs after azurite are among the characteristic collector minerals of this famous locality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mine was closed in 1996, which is why historical specimens from Tsumeb are especially interesting to collectors today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHISTORICAL COLLECTOR'S ITEM – BEFORE 1988\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe existing original label provides the following information:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMalachite pseudomorph after azurite\u003cbr\u003eTsumeb Mine\u003cbr\u003eOtavi Mountains, Namibia\u003cbr\u003eBefore 1988\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe note “before 1988” documents that the piece was collected or labeled prior to this year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe exact original date of discovery cannot be determined more precisely from this.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe historical original label is, of course, included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYOUR NATURAL UNIQUE PIECE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive exactly the pictured malachite pseudomorph after azurite from the Tsumeb Mine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe striking single crystal, the high-contrast natural matrix, and the documented historical provenance make this specimen a special unique piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural growth marks, inclusions, and irregularities are part of the original character of this mineral specimen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivery will be carefully and securely packaged.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe hope you enjoy browsing through our shop; 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