Calcite with Malachite - image 1
Calcite with Malachite - image 2
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Calcite with Malachite

Unknown Owner
Pink lustrous scalenohedral crystals of calcite measuring to 3.2 cm in size across the top of matrix with green crystallized malachite. Very slight cleaving present, this still in good condition. Nice color contrast on this one. The pink color is due to the presence of cobalt.

Product details

Species
Calcite, MalachiteAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.0 x 6.0 x 2.0 cm
Added on09/27/2025
Locality
DR Congo, Lualaba, Mashamba West Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$1,200.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
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diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Mashamba West Mine
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