Copper pseudomorph after Azurite ("Copper Rose") with Malachite Clarence Coil The largest Microcline crystal measures

The largest Microcline crystal measures 3

A cool association specimen from this classic locality

This specimen was mined in the late 1970’s / early 1980’s

caddisfly (Trichoptera)

a very attractive example of these showy and interesting specimens

Copper pseudomorph after Azurite ("Copper Rose") with Malachite Clarence Coil The largest Microcline crystal measuresA lovely complete "floater" "Copper Rose" specimen featuring fine, sharp, bladed crystals of what were once Azurite and later replaced by Native Copper. The piece is pristine and beautiful from several angles. The surface of the specimen has a slight overgrowth of attractive green Malachite, which is formed by the Copper oxidizing. A charming thumbnail specimen of these beloved pseudomorphs from New Mexico. These specimens are some of my favorite