Spectacular Azurite Flowers in Vug

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Formula:  ‎Cu₃(CO₃)₂(OH)₂
System: Monoclinic
Colour: Azure blue, blue, light …
Lustre: Vitreous
Hardness:3½ – 4
A secondary copper mineral frequently found in the oxidized zones of Cu-bearing ore deposits.

From: Kozári Quarry, Pécs, Hungary.

Photo Credit: Tóth László