Malachite

$4,500.00

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Tucson, Arizona, USA

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If you are looking for an impressive 'statement' sized specimen to grab attention then this Malachite from the famous L'Etoile du Congo (Star of Congo) mine in the Katanga Copper Crescent, DR Congo might be just up your street. Started in 1907 (under a different name) the mine is still active today. Renowned for amazing Malachite specimens this chunky stalactite is certainly one of the more impressive pieces to have been found there. Comprising several very thick stalactites - the largest measuring 15.4 cm in length and with a diameter of 3.8 cm - this is a significant Malachite stalactite by any measure. At the top of the main stalactite an unusual pointed 'tip' is present, adding to the detail. With support, this specimen would look stunning displayed upright. The stalactites are solid, compact, dense Malachite, meaning that the whole specimen weighs in at 0.87 kg. The surfaces of the stalactites are quite rough, crystallized, with a very deep green colour and with a lustre varying between matt and sparkling, almost like glitter. Internally, in cross-section through its base, the radiating concentric form showing how the stalactite grew, layer by layer can be seen, with hollow tubes at the centre. There no obvious scuffing to the surface which is remarkable given its size and weight. An extremely fine, large, and dramatic Malachite stalactite, full of character.