Chrysocolla Ps after Malachite (after Azurite)
As recorded:
Lupoto mine, Lubumbashi, Katanga Copper Crescent, Katanga (Shaba), Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire)
83mm x 60mm x 39mm
Really fine form and rich color on this specimen from the recent finds at Luputo. The pseudomorph retains the shape of the original Azurite crystals that were rep[laced by Malachite and finally replaced by the blue Chrysocolla. The delicate array of crystals is on a Gossan matrix and in excellent condition despite the fragility. The discovery of this material made big news in the mineral world. This is a choice example with particularly distinct crystal shapes well presented.
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