{"product_id":"malachite-calcite-s915","title":"Aragonite on Botryoidal Malachite from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"894\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis attractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the celebrated \u003cstrong data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, displays a beautiful contrast between rich green botryoidal Malachite and bright white Aragonite crystals. The specimen's elongated form is covered in rounded Malachite domes, with scattered Aragonite clusters and delicate radiating crystal sprays adding texture and visual interest.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eThe Malachite exhibits the classic grape-like habit for which specimens from Kolwezi are renowned. A fine drusy coating gives the rounded surfaces a soft, velvety sparkle, while white Aragonite occurs as both smooth rounded aggregates and elegant sprays of slender crystals. The combination creates a specimen that is equally rewarding from a distance and under close examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1902\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic (Malachite \u0026amp; Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Green with White Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety to Silky (Malachite); Vitreous to Pearly (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque (Malachite); Translucent to Opaque (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal Malachite with Rounded Aragonite Aggregates and Radiating Crystal Sprays\u003cbr data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 48 mm × 95 mm × 19 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 79 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt\u003c\/strong\u003e is recognised worldwide as one of the finest sources of collectible copper minerals. Mineral-rich hydrothermal fluids circulating through carbonate rocks produced the distinctive botryoidal Malachite formations found in the region, while later mineralising events deposited Aragonite in cavities and across existing Malachite surfaces. This sequence of mineral formation results in the striking green-and-white contrast that makes these specimens so desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003eThis specimen stands out for its elegant vertical shape and evenly distributed Aragonite, which highlights the rounded Malachite formations without overwhelming them. The fine drusy texture, delicate crystal sprays and contrasting white crystal clusters provide exceptional visual appeal, making it an excellent display specimen despite its compact size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003eWhether you're starting a mineral collection, expanding a suite of classic African copper minerals, or looking for a beautifully textured cabinet specimen, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2947\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e is a superb example of the remarkable minerals produced by the famous Kolwezi mining district.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395875066052,"sku":"S915","price":150.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S915MalachitewithAragonite_1.webp?v=1784035107","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/malachite-calcite-s915","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}