{"product_id":"fibrous-malachite-s922","title":"Fibrous Malachite Rosette Specimen from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"551\" data-start=\"112\"\u003eThis beautiful \u003cstrong data-end=\"148\" data-start=\"127\"\u003eFibrous Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the renowned \u003cstrong data-end=\"194\" data-start=\"176\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong data-end=\"258\" data-start=\"202\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, displays an exceptional covering of silky, radiating crystal sprays that resemble delicate green flowers. The combination of velvety textures, rich emerald-green colour and intricate crystal growth makes this an eye-catching display piece and an excellent addition to any mineral collection.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"572\" data-start=\"553\" data-section-id=\"l233u5\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" data-end=\"1029\" data-start=\"574\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"588\" data-start=\"576\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibrous Malachite\u003cbr data-end=\"609\" data-start=\"606\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"658\" data-start=\"645\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-end=\"736\" data-start=\"733\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"738\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003cbr data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"768\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"784\" data-start=\"773\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to dark emerald green\u003cbr data-end=\"815\" data-start=\"812\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"817\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky to velvety\u003cbr data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"845\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"850\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque\u003cbr data-end=\"877\" data-start=\"874\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"897\" data-start=\"879\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radiating fibrous rosettes with velvety botryoidal growth\u003cbr data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"955\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"978\" data-start=\"960\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 61 × 52 × 25 mm\u003cbr data-end=\"1011\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1024\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1457\" data-start=\"1031\"\u003eUnlike the rounded botryoidal forms often associated with Malachite, this specimen is dominated by spectacular fan-shaped fibrous crystal growth. Thousands of microscopic needle-like crystals radiate from central points, creating soft rosettes with a silky, velvet-like appearance. Darker velvety Malachite between the crystal sprays provides beautiful contrast, while natural cavities add depth and character to the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1808\" data-start=\"1459\"\u003eMalachite forms in the oxidised zones of copper deposits, where copper-rich groundwater reacts with carbonate-bearing rocks over millions of years. The famous copper mines around Kolwezi are renowned for producing some of the world's finest fibrous and velvety Malachite specimens, making pieces from this locality highly sought after by collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"1810\"\u003eThis specimen beautifully showcases the remarkable variety of crystal habits that Malachite can produce. Its intricate fibrous rosettes, vibrant natural colour and classic Congolese origin make it a distinctive collector's specimen that will stand out in any mineral display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395967340740,"sku":"S922","price":160.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S922FibrousMalachite_1.webp?v=1784036867","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/fibrous-malachite-s922","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}