Botryoidal & Fibrous Malachite Specimen from Kolwezi, DRC

This striking Malachite specimen from the famous Kolwezi Region of the Katanga Copperbelt combines two of Malachite's most sought-after growth habits on a single piece. Rounded, velvety botryoidal formations rise across the specimen, while delicate fibrous rosettes fan out around the edges, creating a beautiful contrast in both texture and colour. The combination of soft matte surfaces and silky fibrous sprays gives this specimen exceptional visual appeal from every angle.

Specimen Details

✓ Mineral: Malachite
✓ Locality: Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
✓ Crystal System: Monoclinic
✓ Colour: Rich emerald to light green
✓ Lustre: Silky to dull, with velvety surfaces
✓ Transparency: Opaque
✓ Crystal Habit: Botryoidal with fibrous radial crystal aggregates
✓ Specimen Size: Approximately 90 × 45 × 43 mm
✓ Weight: 131 g

Malachite forms in the oxidised zones of copper deposits, where copper-rich groundwater reacts with carbonate-bearing rocks. The world-renowned Katanga Copperbelt is celebrated for producing some of the finest Malachite specimens, prized for their vivid green colour and remarkable variety of crystal habits. Specimens displaying both botryoidal and fibrous growth are especially attractive, highlighting the diverse conditions under which the mineral formed.

Whether you're expanding a mineral collection, looking for an eye-catching display specimen, or fascinated by the geology of African copper deposits, this natural Malachite is a distinctive addition that showcases the remarkable beauty created by nature.