**Complimentary Specimens** As a gesture of appreciation, winning lots with a final hammer price above €50 will include one small additional mineral offered entirely free of charge. —————— Description: This specimen presents itself as a compact yet structurally expressive azurite formation, where geometry and irregular growth coexist in a strikingly natural balance. Rather than a single dominant habit, the piece unfolds as an interplay of blocky crystalline masses and sharply developed elongated blades, creating a composition that feels both architectural and spontaneous. At its core, a dense, almost cubic azurite mass anchors the specimen, exhibiting dark, saturated blue tones that approach near black in thicker sections. This central body provides visual weight and contrast, acting as the foundation from which more defined crystal forms emerge outward. Radiating from this core, several elongated and bladed azurite crystals project in different directions, some appearing as flattened prisms while others take on sharper, more pointed geometries. These crystals display a more vibrant electric to royal blue, particularly along thinner edges where light interacts more freely with the structure. The result is a dynamic chromatic variation between deep internal saturation and luminous surface intensity. The crystal faces are well defined, with visible striations and clean edges that catch the light with a vitreous brilliance. In certain angles, the lustre becomes almost metallic in appearance, enhancing the visual contrast between smoother faces and more textured growth zones. Adding further complexity to the composition are pale, earthy inclusions and attachments, most likely calcite or iron rich matrix remnants. These beige to yellowish formations are irregularly distributed across the specimen, partially enveloping some crystal terminations and embedding themselves within the structure. Rather than detracting, they introduce a strong natural contrast that highlights the intensity of the azurite’s blue while reinforcing the geological authenticity of the piece. The overall morphology resists simple classification. It is neither purely cubic nor fully prismatic, instead occupying an intermediate space where blocky growth, fractured surfaces and well formed crystals intersect. This gives the specimen a raw, sculptural quality, with multiple points of interest revealed as it is rotated. Originating from Kerrouchen, Khénifra Province, a locality known for producing azurite with exceptional colour saturation and distinctive crystal habits, this piece stands out for its combination of intensity, structural diversity and strong visual contrast. Natural, untreated and unaltered, it captures a moment of mineral growth where order and irregularity coexist, resulting in a specimen that is both visually powerful and geologically expressive. Specifications: • Weight: 7.94 g • Weight in carats: 39.70 ct • Dimensions: 26 × 19 × 18 mm • Origin: Kerrouchen, Khénifra Province, Morocco • Primary mineral: Azurite • Associated minerals: Likely calcite and iron rich matrix • Crystal habit: Blocky core with elongated and bladed crystal projections • Colour: Deep midnight blue to electric royal blue • Transparency: Opaque to slightly translucent at thinner edges • Lustre: Vitreous with locally high reflective faces • Matrix: Minor pale calcitic and earthy inclusions • Condition: Natural, unpolished, untreated Notable Points: • Intense deep blue azurite colouration Displays a saturated midnight to electric blue, with strong visual impact and tonal variation. • Combination of blocky and bladed crystal habits A central massive structure contrasts with elongated crystal projections, creating structural diversity. • Well defined crystal faces and edges Several crystals exhibit sharp terminations and clean faces with visible growth features. • Strong vitreous lustre Highly reflective surfaces enhance the visual contrast and highlight crystal geometry. • Distinct morphological complexity The specimen resists a single habit classification, combining cubic, prismatic and fractured elements. • Natural calcite or matrix attachments Pale beige inclusions add contrast and reinforce geological authenticity. • High contrast colour composition Deep blue azurite juxtaposed with light matrix elements creates strong visual balance. • Three dimensional sculptural presence Multiple crystal orientations provide interest from all viewing angles. • Localised translucency on thinner edges Subtle light transmission enhances depth and colour vibrancy. • Textural variation across the specimen Smooth crystal faces contrast with rougher, granular growth areas. • Classic Kerrouchen azurite character Reflects the locality’s signature deep colour and complex crystal development. • Untreated natural specimen No polishing, enhancement or artificial modification. Collector’s Interest: Azurite from Kerrouchen, Khénifra Province has become increasingly appreciated for its intense colour and distinctive crystal habits, often differing significantly from more classic localities. This specimen stands out due to its dual nature: a solid, almost architectural core combined with expressive crystal projections. Pieces that successfully combine strong colour saturation with varied morphology and natural matrix contrast are particularly sought after, as they offer both visual impact and mineralogical interest. Its compact yet complex structure makes it ideal for collectors who value specimens that reveal new details from different angles, rewarding close observation and careful lighting. Lapidary Potential: This specimen is not suitable for lapidary use. Its value lies entirely in its natural crystalline structure, morphological diversity and colour intensity. Any cutting or alteration would destroy the features that define its character. It is best preserved as a mineral specimen for display, study and high quality mineral photography ——————— Shipping and Handling: All orders are shipped by Portuguese National Post and UPS • Dispatch time: within 1 to 3 business days after payment confirmation to Catawiki • Transit time service: between 2 to 5 business days within europe and worldwide, depending on destination national post. • A tracking number is always provided Photography and transparency: All photographs are taken under controlled lighting conditions using a macro lens, carefully selected to present each specimen as accurately as possible. No filters, colour enhancement, or artificial saturation are applied. The lighting setup uses a calibrated 5500K light source, replicating neutral daylight to reveal natural tones, surface features, and internal characteristics. Under warmer or weaker indoor lighting, colours may appear slightly different, which is normal. 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