This month I’m excited to share another specimen from my collection that is made up of more than one mineral.

Azurite Malachite blends together the deep bright blue of Azurite and the vibrant green of Malachite, which are both copper-based gems.

This is another piece that can fit in the palm of your hand. The sparkle of the Azurite and patterns of the Malachite are truly spectacular. This is a rather delicate specimen that needs to be handled with care.

It is a rather soft stone, a 3.5 – 4 on the Moh’s Scale.

I purchased this piece at the Denver Gem & Mineral Show in September of 2021.