{"product_id":"botroidal-malachite-s919","title":"Botryoidal Malachite from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"392\" data-end=\"788\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis exceptional \u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eBotryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the famous \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"477\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"485\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, showcases an extraordinary variety of natural growth forms. Rounded botryoidal clusters are interwoven with delicate stalactitic tubes, layered formations and tightly packed grape-like nodules, giving the specimen remarkable character and depth.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eIts rich emerald to deep forest green colours are enhanced by a fine velvety coating of microscopic crystals that softly catch the light. Every angle reveals new textures, from smooth rounded domes to intricate concentric patterns that formed naturally over millions of years as copper-rich groundwater deposited successive layers of Malachite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eOne of the most fascinating features of this specimen is the presence of several naturally hollow stalactitic formations. These open tubes provide a glimpse into how Malachite grew from mineral-rich solutions, layer by layer, around flowing water before the central channel was left empty. Combined with its sculptural form and abundant botryoidal growths, this is a highly distinctive collector specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1988\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003cbr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich Green to Dark Green\u003cbr data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky to Velvety\u003cbr data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal, Stalactitic and Massive\u003cbr data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 66 × 101 × 44 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 316 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt\u003c\/strong\u003e is internationally recognised for producing some of the world's finest Malachite specimens. Copper-rich hydrothermal fluids circulating through limestone and other host rocks gradually deposited layers of copper carbonate, creating the beautiful botryoidal, stalactitic and concentric structures that make Malachite one of the most recognisable collector minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eWith its substantial size, outstanding three-dimensional structure and exceptional range of natural growth habits, this specimen is equally suited for an advanced mineral collection or as a striking decorative display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395961016516,"sku":"S920","price":790.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S920BotroidalMalachite_1.webp?v=1784036711","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/botroidal-malachite-s919","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}