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Malachite pseudomorph after Azurite (ex Rob Smith and Karthage Collections)
- Tsumeb mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
- Cabinet, 10.6 x 8.3 x 5.5 cm
- Start Time: 03/03/2009 8:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 03/10/2009 7:48:54 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Large, velvety, chatoyant blades of green Malachite which have completely replaced Azurite forming a "fan-like " orientation of crystals. The specimen is good sized, and fairly priced for such a good representation of this classic Tsumeb occurrence. This piece is valued at $1500 retail. Rob Smith acquired this piece from a man named Karthage who worked in the Tsumeb mine from the 1960 's - 1990 's as a fitter.