Polished Flower Banded Malachite Free Forms x 4 From Congo

A NOTE FROM NICK
A tray of 4 individually made A Grade Malachite free forms with flower and banding patterns. Solid Malachite has been extremely rare and is used exclusively for the gemstone mineral industry, as it's more valuable than Copper.  

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 
Exquisite Banded Flower Malachite from the Congo 
Banded Flower Malachite is a visually striking variety of Malachite, distinguished by its intricate patterns and lush green tones. This mineral features a combination of the classic banded structure of Malachite, with swirling, concentric rings of deep and light greens, and flower-like formations, which are often botryoidal or rosette-shaped. These “flower” patterns are caused by the way the mineral crystallizes in radiating clusters, resembling blossoms or petals.

The banding in Flower Malachite results from the layering of copper carbonate over time, giving the stone its characteristic wavy stripes. The contrast between the smooth bands and the textured, three-dimensional flower shapes creates a fascinating visual effect, making it a sought-after specimen

PRODUCT FEATURES
Monoclinic, Botryoidal, Banded, Vug/Veils

PRODUCT COLOUR 
Black, Green, White

PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Congo
Grade = Good to A Grade
Size = 82 - 121 mm