{"product_id":"malachite-calcite-s916","title":"Aragonite on Botryoidal Malachite from the Katanga Copperbelt, DRC","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eThis beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eAragonite on Botryoidal Malachite\u003c\/strong\u003e specimen from the renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eKolwezi Region\u003c\/strong\u003e of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo\u003c\/strong\u003e, combines rich velvety-green Malachite with contrasting white Aragonite in a striking natural display. Rounded botryoidal formations are scattered with bright white Aragonite aggregates and delicate radiating crystal sprays, creating an attractive specimen with excellent texture and visual balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eThe display face is dominated by finely drusy Malachite, whose countless microscopic crystals produce a soft, silky shimmer under changing light. White Aragonite occurs as rounded nodules together with elegant sprays of slender crystals that appear to burst from the Malachite surface, adding both contrast and complexity. Small windows of natural matrix along the edges enhance the specimen's character and highlight its natural formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"l233u5\" data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1975\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eAssociated Minerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi Region, Katanga Copperbelt, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003cbr data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic (Malachite \u0026amp; Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Green with White Aragonite\u003cbr data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eLustre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety to Silky (Malachite); Vitreous to Pearly (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque (Malachite); Translucent to Opaque (Aragonite)\u003cbr data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal Malachite with Rounded Aragonite Aggregates and Radiating Crystal Sprays\u003cbr data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 52 mm × 73 mm × 23 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1956\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 134 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eKatanga Copperbelt\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the world's most celebrated copper-mineral provinces, producing exceptional specimens of Malachite, Azurite and numerous associated minerals. Over millions of years, copper-rich hydrothermal fluids deposited successive layers of Malachite within cavities and fractures, forming the characteristic botryoidal shapes that collectors prize today. Later mineralising events introduced Aragonite, resulting in the striking white crystal clusters that beautifully complement the deep green Malachite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eThis specimen is particularly appealing because of the natural contrast between its dark velvety Malachite surface and the bright white Aragonite scattered across the display face. The varied crystal habits, fine drusy texture and balanced composition create a cabinet specimen that rewards close examination while remaining visually impressive from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003eWhether you're starting a mineral collection, adding another classic African copper mineral to your display, or searching for an attractive example of Malachite with associated Aragonite, this specimen is an excellent choice that showcases the beauty and diversity of the famous Kolwezi mining district.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46395876016324,"sku":"S916","price":250.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S916MalachitewithAragonite_1.webp?v=1784035145","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/malachite-calcite-s916","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}