Azurite-Malachite Gemstones
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Hardness
3.5 - 4.0 on the Mohs scale.
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Occurrence
Found wherever copper deposits occur, namely Chile, United States (New Mexico, Arizona), Zaire, Zimbabwe, Nambia, former Soviet Union, Australia, France and England.
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Appearance
Deep blue-black to brilliant blue azurite, combined with bright to dark green malachite.
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Enhancements
Like malachite, azurite-malachite is occasionally coated with colorless wax, or rarely impregnated with plastic and/or other hardened agents to improve durabilty and appearance.
More information on gemstone enhancements.
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Gemstone Family
Azurite-Malachite is a member of the Azurite gemstone family.
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Azurite-Malachite
Azurite-Malachite
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12.36 ct. total |
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| 16.0x12.0mm Cabochon, Oval Cut |
| Dark |
| Vivid Blue |
| Opaque |
| [W] Impregnated with wax/oil. |
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| With areas of moderately strong slightly bluish green, and brown. |
| Azurite/Malachite |
Display Only (sold) |
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39.19 ct., 'AA' Grade |
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| 39.4x29.5mm Cabochon, Oval Cut |
| Medium Dark |
| Vivid Very Slightly Greenish Blue |
| Opaque |
| [N] Not enhanced. |
| One of a kind. |
| Azurite-Malachite |
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Calibrated Azurite-Malachite
Calibrated Azurite-Malachite
Specify size, shape and quality when ordering. Prices are subject to change without notice. Actual carat weight may vary from the average carat weight listed.
- A Opaque, with a mixture of dark blue azurite and green malachite.
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Quality |
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Size |
Avg. Weight |
Price Each |
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4mm
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5mm
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6x4mm
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7x5mm
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40x30mm
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