Calcite (Cobalt-rich), Malachite

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Calcite (cobalt-rich) with malachite, 6 cm, from the Mashamba West mine, Kolwezi Western area, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Michael J. Taylor photo.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Northeast page 183

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Cobalt
Mineral guide
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native metal prized for rarity and steel-gray luster, with bold contrasts to erythrite or calcite; Bou Azzer and Schneeberg stand out.
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Cobalt from Mashamba West Mine
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