Copper pseudomorph after Azurite ("Copper Rose") with Malachite orthorhombic although this piece is not

although this piece is not of the same caliber

and obtaining specimens is next to impossible because miners rarely bring out anything for sale

These new specimens from Golconda feature crystals measuring OVER 3 cm(

The base of the Topaz crystal has an interesting slightly etched opening along its natural cleavage but managed to hold together

While most of the crystals show smooth

Copper pseudomorph after Azurite ("Copper Rose") with Malachite orthorhombic although this piece is notHere we have showy and sculptural pseudomorph of the famous "Copper Rose" specimens from New Mexico. The piece is more "open" than most you'll see from this locality, as it's not as much of a tight rose, per se, but rather a broad open blossom. The piece is highlighted by several sharp, distinct, well formed blades flaring in several directions, giving the piece a robust three dimensional quality. As you can see the surface is almost completely coated