**Complimentary Specimens** As a gesture of appreciation, every winning lot above €50 will include one extra mineral, added entirely free of charge. For each additional €50, another complimentary specimen will be added. —————— Description: A vivid constellation of azurite rises from a saturated green mantle of malachite, as if midnight blue crystals had settled onto a velvety landscape and decided to stay. Across the specimen, elongated azurite blades and prismatic forms gather in tight sprays and clustered bouquets, their sharp edges catching the light with an almost lacquered brilliance. The colour reads as a rich blue with subtle violet undertones in places, shifting in intensity as the crystal faces turn, and revealing a depth that feels layered rather than flat. Beneath them, the malachite matrix shows a granular, drusy texture with a strong, lively green that amplifies the blue by contrast, giving the entire piece a museum grade presence even at this compact size. Scattered through the green field are small calcite accents, pale and softly reflective, adding natural punctuation and a sense of geological completeness to the composition. The overall balance is striking: azurite abundance, crisp terminations, dramatic colour contrast, and a matrix that feels like a deliberate stage built by nature for the crystals to perform on. Specifications: • Weight: 6.70 g • Weight in carats: 33.50 ct • Dimensions: 20 x 21 x 18 mm • Origin: Tsumeb Mine, Otjikoto Region, Namibia • Mineral: Azurite • Associated minerals: Malachite, Calcite • Crystal habit: Elongated prismatic and bladed crystal clusters • Colour: Deep azure blue with violet nuances on a vivid green malachite matrix • Transparency: Transparent to translucent crystals on opaque matrix • Lustre: Vitreous on azurite, silky to earthy on malachite • Matrix: Drusy and granular malachite with textured relief • Condition: Natural, unpolished, untreated Notable Points: • Dense concentration of azurite crystals forming multiple clustered sprays • Prominent elongated bladed crystals with crisp edges visible in the close ups • Strong colour contrast between saturated malachite green and deep azurite blue • High reflective lustre on several azurite faces, producing sharp specular flashes • Clear sense of crystal layering, with overlapping growth creating depth and complexity • Fine drusy texture across the malachite mantle, giving a sparkling ground to the piece • Calcite accents present as pale tonal highlights within the green matrix • Multiple terminations visible, with several crystals showing clean geometric ends • Balanced composition with primary azurite cluster centred and secondary groups around it • Natural rugged matrix relief that frames the crystals and enhances three dimensionality • Photogenic “garden” effect, with crystals rising from the matrix like a mineral meadow • Museum grade visual impact driven by abundance, contrast, and overall crystal presence Collector Interest: This specimen offers exactly what collectors seek in classic azurite on malachite: strong saturation, abundant well formed crystals, and a dramatic natural contrast that reads instantly from a distance and rewards inspection up close. The presence of calcite adds authenticity and visual nuance, making it a complete and highly displayable piece for any copper mineral suite. Lapidary Potential: Primarily a collector specimen and best preserved as found, with limited lapidary use due to the crystal nature and matrix association. That said, the piece can serve as an excellent reference specimen for studying azurite crystal habit and lustre, and it has strong value for display, macro photography, and curated mineral presentation. —————— Shipping and Handling: All orders are shipped by UPS express or National Express. • Dispatch time: within 1 to 2 business days after payment confirmation to Catawiki • Transit time with Express service: up to 3 business days within europe and worldwide • A tracking number is always provided Photography and transparency: All photos were taken under controlled light conditions, carefully selected to reproduce the most accurate natural colour of each specimen. No filters, colour enhancement, or artificial saturation were applied. The lighting setup uses a calibrated 5500K light source, which replicates neutral daylight and reveals the true tones and clarity of the mineral. Under weaker or more yellow indoor lighting, colours may appear slightly different, which is normal and expected. The purpose of this setup is to present each specimen exactly as it appears in balanced natural daylight, allowing buyers to appreciate its authentic colour and lustre without distortion. Identification and ethics: All specimens offered are guaranteed natural and as described. Their origin and mineral identification are provided with the most accurate and reliable information available. Every effort is made to ensure that each piece is presented with full transparency, avoiding any misleading details regarding its nature, treatment, or provenance. 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