{"product_id":"malachite-calcite-s913","title":"Aragonite on Botryoidal Malachite from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"858\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis attractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, displays a beautiful combination of colour, texture and crystal habit. Rounded botryoidal Malachite in rich shades of green is accented by brilliant white Aragonite clusters and delicate radiating crystal sprays, creating an elegant natural display.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eThe Malachite exhibits the classic grape-like growth habit for which the Katanga Copperbelt is famous. Its surface is coated with fine drusy crystals that give the specimen a soft, velvety sparkle. Throughout the specimen are contrasting white Aragonite formations, including rounded aggregates and delicate sprays of slender crystals that add exceptional detail and visual interest. Despite its slim profile, this specimen offers remarkable depth and an impressive display face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1977\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic (Malachite \u0026amp; Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald to Deep Green with White Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety to Silky (Malachite); Vitreous to Pearly (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque (Malachite); Translucent to Opaque (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal Malachite with Rounded Aragonite Aggregates and Radiating Crystal Sprays\u003cbr data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 102 mm × 49 mm × 15 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2499\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt\u003c\/strong\u003e is internationally recognised for producing some of the world's finest copper minerals. Over millions of years, copper-rich hydrothermal fluids deposited layers of Malachite within fractures and cavities, forming the distinctive botryoidal shapes seen in specimens from this classic locality. In certain environments, later mineralising events introduced Aragonite, creating the attractive white crystal sprays and rounded formations that contrast beautifully against the rich green Malachite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2815\"\u003eThis specimen is especially appealing for its abundance of delicate Aragonite crystal sprays nestled between the rounded Malachite formations. The contrasting colours, varied crystal habits and fine drusy texture reward close examination, while the elongated shape makes it an elegant cabinet specimen for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2817\" data-end=\"3128\"\u003eWhether you're beginning your mineral collecting journey, expanding an African mineral collection, or searching for an unusual copper mineral association, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3014\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinctive specimen that beautifully showcases the mineral diversity of the famous Kolwezi mining district.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395873788100,"sku":"S913","price":180.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S913MalachitewithAragonite_1.webp?v=1784034981","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/malachite-calcite-s913","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}