{"title":"Latest Natural Minerals","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe very latest Natural Minerals available from Toprock\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"natural-emerald-mica-in-matrix-cobbed-specimens-x-6-from-mutoko-zimbabwe","title":"Natural Emerald Mica In Matrix Cobbed Specimens x 6 From Mutoko, Zimbabwe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA NOTE FROM NICK\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHi TopRockers, I’m excited to share an update on the specimens we initially identified as Emeralds in Matrix. Lab testing has revealed they are not true Emeralds, as they lack Beryl, the mineral behind Emeralds green hue. Instead, they are a newly identified Chromium-rich mineral in the Mica family, now classified as Emerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite). While not genuine Emeralds, these specimens feature stunning green hues and intricate matrix patterns, making them unique and valuable. 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Typically found in the oxidized zones of Copper deposits, Congo's Libethenite specimens are renowned for their sharp, well-formed prismatic to tabular crystals, often displaying a vitreous luster. 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Historically significant, Malachite was one of the first ores used to produce copper metal. Our specimens are sourced from the Congo, a region extensively mined for its copper content, making specimen-grade Malachite increasingly difficult to obtain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mineral's name has evolved over time; Pliny the Elder referred to it as \"Molochitus\" in 79 CE, but by 1661, the modern spelling \"Malachite\" had been widely adopted. Malachite displays a wide variety of forms, including botryoidal, silky, and stalactite-like structures. 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Unlike common botryoidal varieties, it features well-defined, needle-like crystals in drusy clusters or larger prismatic shapes, creating a sparkling, velvety appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the famous Katanga region of the Congo, this mineral forms through the oxidation of copper deposits. 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Found in small deposits in South Africa, this Chromium and Magnesium Carbonate mineral ranges in color from soft pinks and lilacs to deep purples. 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Its standout feature is the metallic chatoyancy that shimmers along its veins and fractures. Sourced from Namibia, our collection offers high-quality pieces with unique luster. 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Lab testing has revealed they are not true Emeralds, as they lack Beryl, the mineral behind Emeralds green hue. Instead, they are a newly identified Chromium-rich mineral in the Mica family, now classified as Emerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite). While not genuine Emeralds, these specimens feature stunning green hues and intricate matrix patterns, making them unique and valuable. You can view the latest lab results of the specimens \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/Analytical-report-Emerald_Mica.pdf?v=1732525643\" title=\"Emerald Mica LAB REPORT\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Mica From Mutoko, Zimbabwe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite), is a rare mineral from Mutoko, Zimbabwe, characterized by its vibrant emerald-green hue, which comes from its high Chromium content. A member of the Mica group, it features the classic layered, sheet-like structure of Muscovite, with a pearly, vitreous luster and translucent to opaque appearance. Often found embedded in a silky silver Mica matrix. 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Characterized by soft, flowing lines and wavy designs, this stone has a delicate and serene appearance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrystalline, Vugs\/Cavities, Drusy, Banded, Matrix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT COLOUR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue, White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMOHS HARDNESS SCALE\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e6.5 - 7\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DATA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLocality = \u003cspan\u003eNsanje, Malawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrade = Good Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 93 - 178 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AGATE - Blue Lace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47093343355073,"sku":"A131124BCH-250624BH-3-P61","price":557.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0079_cda73faa-ec63-41b4-843d-16f627d59c6d.jpg?v=1750755737"},{"product_id":"natural-blue-lace-agate-geode-specimens-x-22-from-nsanje-malawi","title":"Natural Blue Lace Agate Geode Specimens x 22 From Nsanje, Malawi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Lace Agate crystal centered Geodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Lace Agate from Nsanje, Malawi is a beautiful sought after variety of Chalcedony, celebrated for its light blue hues and intricate banding patterns. Characterized by soft, flowing lines and wavy designs, this stone has a delicate and serene appearance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrystalline, Vugs\/Cavities, Drusy, Banded, Matrix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT COLOUR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlue, White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMOHS HARDNESS SCALE\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e6.5 - 7\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DATA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLocality = \u003cspan\u003eNsanje, Malawi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrade = Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 54 - 118 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AGATE - Blue Lace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47104426967233,"sku":"A131497BCH-250624BH-14-P61","price":650.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0476_69fd3227-2227-46b0-b915-514b38e91fcd.jpg?v=1750764732"},{"product_id":"a131746chal","title":"Natural Etched Blue Chalcedony Specimens x 5 From Nsanje, Malawi","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Absolutely stunning crystalline Blue Lace Agate and Blue Chalcedony from Malawi. The material is bathed in acid for extended periods of time which removes the majority or all traces of matrix. Therefore, only pure Blue Lace Agate and\/or Blue Chalcedony remains, often with Pyrite on the surfaces of the etched material. This is lovely material with stunningly complex features. A percentage of crystalline material also have Dog Tooth Calcite crystals in association. The removal of the matrix makes this material very light weight by halving the weight per kg of the matrix based specimens. The rough material comes from Nsanje, Malawi whilst the acid preparation is done locally in South Africa. Price is grade dependant. Item\/s are as shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Nsanje, Malawi \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 90 - 141 mm | 3.5 - 5.6 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.3 Kg  | 3 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"ETCHED BLUE CHALCEDONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47263667421377,"sku":"A131746CHAL","price":704.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0221_7e283e9d-8eba-4813-881b-1fa4d3795124.jpg?v=1696932319"},{"product_id":"a132492bt","title":"Natural Black Tourmaline Schorl Pieces  x 23 From Zambia","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Stunning alluvial Black Tourmaline crystals showing variable preservation of terminations, or lower grade material being more chunky without terminations but ideal for lapidary reworking! Always a winner in any retail environment as it is highly sought after by both collectors and in alternative circles. This is a very unique batch of specimens coming out of Zimbabwe of all places! Beautiful and affordable specimens which are alluvial in origins. Therefore not as shiny as the classic Erongo Namibian materials, but also substantially cheaper. Still classic lovely stuff. Mostly intact else with some minor damages. Items are grade dependent. Item\/s are as shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Zambia \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Medium Good to Good Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 28 - 69 mm | 1.1 - 2.7 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.6 Kg  | 3.4 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"TOURMALINE - Black Schorl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47303465238721,"sku":"A132492BT","price":441.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/IMG_7718_d0b36586-2e7c-4217-b000-3209b92d53ac.jpg?v=1698148117"},{"product_id":"a132536bt","title":"Natural Black Tourmaline Schorl Pieces  x 2 Kg Lot From Zambia","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Stunning alluvial Black Tourmaline crystals showing variable preservation of terminations, or lower grade material being more chunky without terminations but ideal for lapidary reworking! Always a winner in any retail environment as it is highly sought after by both collectors and in alternative circles. This is a very unique batch of specimens coming out of Zimbabwe of all places! Beautiful and affordable specimens which are alluvial in origins. Therefore not as shiny as the classic Erongo Namibian materials, but also substantially cheaper. Still classic lovely stuff. Mostly intact else with some minor damages. Items are grade dependent. Item\/s are as shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Zambia \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Medium Good to Good Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 19 - 50 mm | 0.7 - 2 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 2 Kg  | 4.4 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"TOURMALINE - Black Schorl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47307186766017,"sku":"A132536BT","price":580.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0290_81935863-9a92-4a83-a21e-3b3d8fd800d5.jpg?v=1698232374"},{"product_id":"a132748chal","title":"Natural Etched Blue Chalcedony Specimens  x 12 From Nsanje, Malawi","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Absolutely stunning crystalline Blue Lace Agate and Blue Chalcedony from Malawi. The material is bathed in acid for extended periods of time which removes the majority or all traces of matrix. Therefore, only pure Blue Lace Agate and\/or Blue Chalcedony remains, often with Pyrite on the surfaces of the etched material. This is lovely material with stunningly complex features. A percentage of crystalline material also have Dog Tooth Calcite crystals in association. The removal of the matrix makes this material very light weight by halving the weight per kg of the matrix based specimens. The rough material comes from Nsanje, Malawi whilst the acid preparation is done locally in South Africa. Price is grade dependant. Item\/s are as shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Nsanje, Malawi \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 75 - 103 mm | 3 - 4.1 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.2 Kg  | 2.7 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"ETCHED BLUE CHALCEDONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47319027679425,"sku":"A132748CHAL","price":638.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0667_7ca0b51e-4d52-4be3-a701-e2570959308f.jpg?v=1698658755"},{"product_id":"natural-rare-stichtite-green-serpentine-specimens-x-2-from-barberton-south-africa-8","title":"Natural Stichtite Cobbed Specimens x 2 From Barberton, South Africa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStichtite – The Rare Purple Gem \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStichtite, a rare mineral known for its vibrant purple hues. Found in small deposits in South Africa, this Chromium and Magnesium Carbonate mineral ranges in color from soft pinks and lilacs to deep purples. Formed as an alteration product of Chromite within Serpentine deposits, Stichtite's bright purple clusters contrast beautifully with its green Serpentine matrix. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT MINERALS \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMagnesium Chromium Carbonate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTrigonal, Hexagonal, Silky, Chatoyant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT COLOUR \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGreen, Lilac, Purple\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMOHS HARDNESS SCALE\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e1.5 to 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DATA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLocality = Barberton, South Africa \u003cbr\u003eGrade = Very Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 139 - 153 mm \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STICHTITE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47323057324225,"sku":"A109532STICH*-250214AE-2-P23","price":666.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0469_ceccba83-4f39-4a0f-9123-f45f934f0ebc.jpg?v=1739516653"},{"product_id":"natural-green-emerald-in-matrix-specimens-x-2-from-zimbabwe-1","title":"Natural Green Emerald In Matrix Specimens x 2 From Zimbabwe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA NOTE FROM NICK\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHi TopRockers, I’m excited to share an update on the specimens we initially identified as Emeralds in Matrix. Lab testing has revealed they are not true Emeralds, as they lack Beryl, the mineral behind Emeralds green hue. Instead, they are a newly identified Chromium-rich mineral in the Mica family, now classified as Emerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite). While not genuine Emeralds, these specimens feature stunning green hues and intricate matrix patterns, making them unique and valuable. You can view the latest lab results of the specimens\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Emerald Mica LAB REPORT\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/Analytical-report-Emerald_Mica.pdf?v=1732525643\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Mica From Mutoko, Zimbabwe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite), is a rare mineral from Mutoko, Zimbabwe, characterized by its vibrant emerald-green hue, which comes from its high Chromium content. A member of the Mica group, it features the classic layered, sheet-like structure of Muscovite, with a pearly, vitreous luster and translucent to opaque appearance. Often found embedded in a silky silver Mica matrix. 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It was one of the first ores used to produce Copper metal.  Our specimens are sourced from the Congo which extensively mines the material for its copper content, thus getting specimen grade material is quite difficult.  Pliny the Elder, 79 CE used the ancient term Molochitus but by 1661 the revised spelling was widely adopted as Malachite. Malachite has a widely variable habit ranging from botryoidal, silky, and stalactite like forms. The weight to size ratio of specimens can also have a wide range of variation depending on the density of the material. Highly dense banded or flower pattern material is considered the best for cutting material. Whilst, rich colour, chatoyancy and habit is considered important for specimens. Botryoidal material is by far the most commonly available, whilst silky \/ fibrous is fairly difficult to obtain, and last of all Stalactite specimens are the most rare, desirable and collectible. Price is grade dependant. Item\/s are as shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Tenke Fungurume, Congo \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 63 - 94 mm |  \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.5 Kg  | 3.3 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"MALACHITE - Crystalline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47372835389633,"sku":"A133801MAL","price":626.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/IMG_8263_203212f6-d8f0-4aa5-b28b-fa22810adaad.jpg?v=1700139174"},{"product_id":"natural-small-etched-blue-chalcedony-specimens-x-35-from-malawi-1","title":"Natural Etched Blue Chalcedony Specimens x 35 From Nsanje, Malawi","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Absolutely stunning crystalline Blue Lace Agate and Blue Chalcedony from Malawi. The material is bathed in acid for extended periods of time which removes the majority or all traces of matrix. Therefore, only pure Blue Lace Agate and\/or Blue Chalcedony remains, often with Pyrite on the surfaces of the etched material. This is lovely material with stunningly complex features. A percentage of crystalline material also have Dog Tooth Calcite crystals in association. The removal of the matrix makes this material very light weight by halving the weight per kg of the matrix based specimens. The rough material comes from Nsanje, Malawi whilst the acid preparation is done locally in South Africa. Price is grade dependant. Item\/s are as shown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Malawi \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Very Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 40 - 77 mm | 1.6 - 3 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.8 Kg  | 4 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Wholesale Tray\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"ETCHED BLUE CHALCEDONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47374229307585,"sku":"T129989CHAL*","price":940.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/IMG_2999_82a559da-50e9-4549-b047-148243921b89.jpg?v=1700136567"},{"product_id":"natural-etched-blue-chalcedony-specimens-x-6-from-nsanje-malawi-20","title":"Natural Etched Blue Chalcedony Specimens x 6 From Nsanje, Malawi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGorgeous Etched Blue Chalcedony – Pure Blue Agate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEtched Blue Chalcedony, also known as Etched Blue Lace Agate, is a rare and captivating pure blue agate, showcasing a beautifully crystalline outer surface and no matrix. Each piece undergoes meticulous etching, removing approximately 70% of its original weight to reveal vibrant blue hues, crystalline vug centers, and occasional pyrite inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT MINERALS \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eChalcedony, Copper, Manganese, Iron, Pyrite \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCrystalline, Vug\/Cavities, Etched, Banded\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT COLOUR \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBlue, White\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMOHS HARDNESS SCALE\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e6.5 to 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DATA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLocality = Nsanje, Malawi\u003cbr\u003eGrade = Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 97 - 129 mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ETCHED BLUE CHALCEDONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377195958465,"sku":"A129865BCN-250318AE-11-P49","price":858.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/DSC_0031_c4cff66d-3adb-48d2-af41-80878cb9dc47.jpg?v=1742308175"},{"product_id":"a133886mal","title":"Natural Crystalline Malachite Specimens  x 6 From Tenke Fungurume, Congo","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Malachite is a green Copper Carbonate Hydroxide mineral. It was one of the first ores used to produce Copper metal.  Our specimens are sourced from the Congo which extensively mines the material for its copper content, thus getting specimen grade material is quite difficult.  Pliny the Elder, 79 CE used the ancient term Molochitus but by 1661 the revised spelling was widely adopted as Malachite. Malachite has a widely variable habit ranging from botryoidal, silky, and stalactite like forms. The weight to size ratio of specimens can also have a wide range of variation depending on the density of the material. Highly dense banded or flower pattern material is considered the best for cutting material. Whilst, rich colour, chatoyancy and habit is considered important for specimens. Botryoidal material is by far the most commonly available, whilst silky \/ fibrous is fairly difficult to obtain, and last of all Stalactite specimens are the most rare, desirable and collectible. Price is grade dependant. Item\/s are as shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Tenke Fungurume, Congo \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Very Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 62 - 113 mm | 2.4 - 4.4 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.5 Kg  | 3.2 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"MALACHITE - Crystalline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47384451449025,"sku":"A133886MAL","price":626.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/IMG_9102_5e175061-31e7-4d2a-b2e7-b4f8dbc21f5e.jpg?v=1700544357"},{"product_id":"a133973mal","title":"Natural Micro Botryoidal Crystalline Malachite Specimens  x 3 From Congo","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Malachite is a green Copper Carbonate Hydroxide mineral. It was one of the first ores used to produce Copper metal.  Our specimens are sourced from the Congo which extensively mines the material for its copper content, thus getting specimen grade material is quite difficult.  Pliny the Elder, 79 CE used the ancient term Molochitus but by 1661 the revised spelling was widely adopted as Malachite. Malachite has a widely variable habit ranging from botryoidal, silky, and stalactite like forms. The weight to size ratio of specimens can also have a wide range of variation depending on the density of the material. Highly dense banded or flower pattern material is considered the best for cutting material. Whilst, rich colour, chatoyancy and habit is considered important for specimens. Botryoidal material is by far the most commonly available, whilst silky \/ fibrous is fairly difficult to obtain, and last of all Stalactite specimens are the most rare, desirable and collectible. Price is grade dependant. Item\/s are as shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e Product Data \u003c\/h2\u003eLocality = Congo \u003cbr\u003e Grade = Very Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003e Size = 90 - 127 mm | 3.5 - 5 inch \u003cbr\u003e Net Weight = 1.2 Kg  | 2.5 Lbs \u003cbr\u003e Product Type = Small Batch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"MALACHITE - Botryoidal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47388642574529,"sku":"A133973MAL","price":510.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/IMG_0042_84d6e0d4-9ff9-46e8-b204-b19920133a8c.jpg?v=1700572554"},{"product_id":"natural-metallic-purpurite-cobbed-specimens-x-2-from-erongo-namibia-1","title":"Natural Metallic Purpurite Cobbed Specimens x 2 From Erongo, Namibia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare Purpurite: A Stunning Gem from Namibia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our exclusive Purpurite, a rare Manganese Iron Phosphate mineral known for its vibrant colors of deep violet purple to brownish-black. Its standout feature is the metallic chatoyancy that shimmers along its veins and fractures. Sourced from Namibia, our collection offers high-quality pieces with unique luster. Don’t miss this chance to add a truly striking gem to your collection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT MINERALS \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eManganese Phosphate, Iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOrthorhombic, Chatoyant, Silky, Metallic\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT COLOUR \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePurple, Silver\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMOHS HARDNESS SCALE\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e4 to 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DATA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLocality = Erongo, Namibia \u003cbr\u003eGrade = Very Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 86 - 197 mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PURPURITE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47391951618241,"sku":"A64122PURP-250312AE-3-P44","price":702.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/IMG_3400_d7d60ee2-bdfa-4849-80e8-264ee102f2ef.jpg?v=1700643878"},{"product_id":"natural-blue-celestite-cluster-with-large-cubic-crystals-x-1-from-sakoany-madagascar-2","title":"Natural Blue Celestite Cluster With Large Cubic Crystals x 1 From Sakoany, Madagascar","description":"\u003ch1\u003e PRODUCT INFORMATION \u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e General Description\u003c\/h2\u003e Celestine or Celestite is a mineral consisting of Strontium Sulphate. The mineral is named for it delicate blue colour. Malagasy Celestite comes in a range of colours from blue to blue-grey. 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Lab testing has revealed they are not true Emeralds, as they lack Beryl, the mineral behind Emeralds green hue. Instead, they are a newly identified Chromium-rich mineral in the Mica family, now classified as Emerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite). While not genuine Emeralds, these specimens feature stunning green hues and intricate matrix patterns, making them unique and valuable. You can view the latest lab results of the specimens \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/Analytical-report-Emerald_Mica.pdf?v=1732525643\" title=\"Emerald Mica LAB REPORT\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmerald Mica From Mutoko, Zimbabwe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite), is a rare mineral from Mutoko, Zimbabwe, characterized by its vibrant emerald-green hue, which comes from its high Chromium content. A member of the Mica group, it features the classic layered, sheet-like structure of Muscovite, with a pearly, vitreous luster and translucent to opaque appearance. Often found embedded in a silky silver Mica matrix. 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