{"product_id":"botroidal-malachite-s921","title":"Botryoidal Malachite Specimen from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"736\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eBotryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e from the renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a wonderfully sculptural collector specimen. Large rounded botryoidal formations rise above a richly textured base, creating an attractive natural landscape that immediately draws the eye.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eThe specimen displays a deep forest-green surface with a soft velvety lustre produced by countless microscopic Malachite crystals. Turning the piece over reveals a striking contrast, where vivid emerald-green banding and concentric growth rings expose the internal structure that developed as mineral-rich groundwater deposited successive layers of copper carbonate over millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003eSeveral rounded nodules display classic concentric \"bullseye\" patterns, while the underside features intricate crystalline cavities that add further interest. This combination of smooth botryoidal domes, velvety texture and exposed internal growth makes the specimen appealing from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003ePerfectly sized for a display cabinet, this is an excellent example of the exceptional Malachite specimens for which the Katanga Copperbelt is world famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"2024\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003cbr data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Green to Bright Emerald Green\u003cbr data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety to Silky\u003cbr data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque\u003cbr data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal and Massive\u003cbr data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 63 × 46 × 43 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 146 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003eMalachite forms in the oxidised zones of copper deposits where copper-rich fluids react with carbonate-bearing rocks. The famous mines of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt\u003c\/strong\u003e consistently produce some of the world's finest botryoidal Malachite, prized for its rich colour, concentric banding and distinctive sculptural forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eWhether displayed as a decorative natural artwork or added to a serious mineral collection, this specimen is an excellent example of the beauty created by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395964555460,"sku":"S921","price":370.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S921Malachite_1.webp?v=1784036784","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/botroidal-malachite-s921","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}