Azurite & Malachite - Morocco low temperature hydrothermal veins

low temperature hydrothermal veins

There is a vein of the host matrix that was not removed during its preparation giving it a little extra character

It consists of deep blue lazurite

We were able to find a few of these stunning turtle carvings

At almost 9 inches long

Azurite & Malachite - Morocco low temperature hydrothermal veinsSize: 3. 3 x 1. 8 x 0. 9 in. Weight: 3. 6 oz Azurite is a vibrant blue copper based mineral. Its name is derived from the Persian word lazhward, an area known for the other famous blue stone, lapis lazuli. Its lovely blue color is often associated with deserts and winter skies. Azurite can take on many different forms but is crystallized in the monoclinic systems. These different forms come in everything from prismatic crystals, druzy coatings, and