{"product_id":"botroidal-fibrous-malachite-s923","title":"Botryoidal \u0026 Fibrous Malachite Specimen from Kolwezi, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"854\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis 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.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1337\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"904\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich emerald to light green\u003cbr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky to dull, with velvety surfaces\u003cbr data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque\u003cbr data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal with fibrous radial crystal aggregates\u003cbr data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 90 × 45 × 43 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 131 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eMalachite 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395971338436,"sku":"S923","price":240.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S923FibrousMalachite_1.webp?v=1784036937","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/botroidal-fibrous-malachite-s923","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}