{"product_id":"natural-ball-malachite-specimens-coated-with-drusy-quartz-on-dolomite-x-4-from-mindingi-mine-congo","title":"Natural Ball Malachite Specimens Coated with Drusy Quartz on Dolomite x 4 From Mindingi Mine, Congo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eA NOTE FROM NICK \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eA tray of 4 natural extremely sparkly green Ball Malachite specimens with clear drusy white and grey Quartz growing underneath this layer the Ball Malachite spheroids, perched on Dolomite matrix. This clear drusy quartz coating makes these very unique, interesting and nice classic collectors specimens. Some with Golden Limonite colouration on the quartz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT DESCRIPTION \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Spheroid Crystalline Malachite Balls on Quartz - Dolomite Matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBall Malachite, a rare and eye-catching formation where malachite crystallizes into striking, spherical masses. These smooth, rounded nodules showcase the vibrant, signature greens of malachite, from solid, rich tones to mesmerizing concentric banding. Each sphere offers a unique texture, from glossy and polished surfaces to softer, fibrous, or botryoidal (grape-like) structures. Whether smooth or intricately textured, Ball Malachite brings nature’s artistry to life, making it a standout addition for collectors seeking something truly distinctive and beautiful. This material stopped coming out last year and we have only seen it twice in over 30 years in the rock biz. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT MINERALS \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCopper Carbonate Hydroxide, Quartz, Feldspar\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT FEATURES \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMonoclinic, Ball, Crystalline, Drusy, Rare, Matrix, Vug\/Cavities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRODUCT COLOUR \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBlack, Brown, Green, Grey\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\u003e3.5 to 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT DATA \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLocality = Mindingi Mine, Kambove, Congo\u003cbr\u003eGrade = Good to A Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 104 - 148 mm \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MALACHITE - Ball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50355857391809,"sku":"185-398-260625BM","price":3584.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/185398_5.jpg?v=1782739314","url":"https:\/\/www.toprocks.com\/products\/natural-ball-malachite-specimens-coated-with-drusy-quartz-on-dolomite-x-4-from-mindingi-mine-congo","provider":"Toprock Gemstones and Minerals ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}