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Azurite

Name: Azurite
SKU: 32689-PT
Availability: OutOfStock

32689-PT Category: _Archives –specimens pending sale or deletion

Milpillas Mine, Cuitica, De Santa Cruz, Sonora

Mexico

Dimensions: 4.1x2.8x2.4 cm

Price: CA

This specimen features a superb electric blue azurite crystal, showcasing multiple termination points on the display side, with a single, solid crystal visible on the reverse. The crystal is contacted at the base with a bit of the host rock still attached. Milpillas azurites have established a new benchmark in quality, and while they are currently abundant on the market, this abundance is likely to diminish as the mine progresses beyond the oxide zone. Consequently, few additional azurite specimens are expected in the future, making this an increasingly valuable find.

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This specimen comes from the collection of Dr. Peter Tarassoff, a prominent figure in mineralogy, particularly known for his work at Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH). His diligent collecting and examination efforts have led him to be the first to identify at least 35 species and discover 12 new species, not only at MSH but also at other alkaline localities. Dubbed the "Dean" of Mont Saint-Hilaire collectors, Peter was honoured with the naming of the new species petarasite in 1980. He has authored or co-authored numerous mineralogical articles and has been a member of the Mineralogical Association of Canada since 1964 and the Mineralogical Society of America for over 30 years. Additionally, Peter has volunteered at the Redpath Museum for the past 21 years. In recognition of his significant contributions to mineralogy, Peter was awarded the 2017 Pinch Medal by the Mineralogical Association of Canada.

Peter's dedication to systematic collecting, curating his collection, and maintaining an archive of detailed historical and scientific information has greatly benefited the mineral sciences community both in Canada and globally. All specimens from this collection come with the original P. Tarassoff collection label.

Note: All prices are in Canadian dollars (CAD). International customers are charged in CAD, exchange rate is calculated automatically by your bank/paypal upon checkout.

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