Gemological Information for Azurmalachite
| Color: | Patterned Blue and Green |
| Crystal Structure: | Rock |
| Refractive Index: | 1.655 to 1.909 (Malachite) and 1.730 to 1.836 (Azurite) |
| Durability: | Poor |
| Hardness: | 3.5 to 4 |
| Family: | |
| Similar Stones: | Azurite, Malachite, Chlorastrolite, Lapis Lazuli |
| Treatments: | Paraffin or Resin Impregnation |
| Country of Origin: | France, Namibia, U.S., Australia, England, Romania, Russia, Zaire |
Azurmalachite Care
| Ultrasonic Cleaning: | Never |
| Steam Cleaning: | Never |
| Warm Soapy Water: | Safe if Done Carefully |
| Chemical Attack: | Attacked by Acids |
| Light Sensitivity: | Stable |
| Heat Sensitivity: | Affected |
Sources
- Gem Reference Guide, Los Angeles: Gemological Institute of America, 1988. Pp. 22-23.
- Schumann, Walter. Gemstones of the World, New York: Sterling Publishing, Co., 1977. Pp. 29.