{"product_id":"malachite-calcite-s914","title":"Aragonite on Botryoidal Malachite from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"892\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis elegant \u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the famous \u003cstrong data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, beautifully illustrates the diversity of minerals formed within one of the world's richest copper deposits. Velvety botryoidal Malachite provides a rich green backdrop for numerous white Aragonite clusters and delicate radiating crystal sprays that add texture, contrast and visual depth.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eThe specimen is covered with classic rounded Malachite formations displaying a fine drusy surface that creates a soft, sparkling appearance. Throughout the display face, white Aragonite occurs as rounded aggregates together with attractive sprays of slender crystals nestled between the Malachite domes. Small areas of exposed natural matrix provide further character and emphasise the specimen's natural formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1935\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic (Malachite \u0026amp; Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich Green with White Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety to Silky (Malachite); Vitreous to Pearly (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque (Malachite); Translucent to Opaque (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal Malachite with Rounded Aragonite Aggregates and Radiating Crystal Sprays\u003cbr data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 93 mm × 78 mm × 13 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 126 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt\u003c\/strong\u003e has long been recognised as one of the world's premier localities for copper minerals. Over millions of years, mineral-rich hydrothermal fluids deposited successive layers of Malachite within fractures and cavities, producing the characteristic botryoidal forms that collectors prize today. Later mineralising events introduced Aragonite, creating attractive white crystal clusters that contrast beautifully against the deep green Malachite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003eThis specimen is especially appealing for its broad display face, where dozens of rounded Malachite formations are interwoven with sparkling Aragonite sprays and white crystal aggregates. The combination of contrasting colours, varied crystal habits and fine drusy texture creates an eye-catching cabinet specimen that reveals new details with every closer look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2771\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003eWhether you're beginning a mineral collection, building a suite of African copper minerals, or searching for a distinctive display specimen, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e offers an outstanding combination of aesthetic beauty, classic locality and collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395874869444,"sku":"S914","price":230.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S914MalachitewithWhitemineral_1.webp?v=1784035024","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/malachite-calcite-s914","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}