This dazzling azurite illustrates why the Milpillas Mine is regarded as one of the most significant azurite localities of the modern era. The specimen is composed of a cluster of numerous crystals, forming a well-balanced column that appears to bloom toward the top. Each crystal displays sharply defined faces and subtle shifts in orientation, allowing its luster and morphology to be appreciated from every angle. The color is sumptuous, consisting of a saturated and rich deep blue and flashes of electric blue. Hints of malachite are interspersed between the azurite blades, providing a complementary contrast. Milpillas azurites are celebrated for their color, geometry, and quality, and this example captures those defining characteristics beautifully.
