Natural Crystalline Ball Malachite and Drusy Quartz On Dolomite Matrix Specimens x 2 From Kambove, Congo
A NOTE FROM NICK
Pair of Crystalline Bright Green Silky Ball malachite Specimens. Most of the Spheroids are close-knit with a Acicular Crystalline Malachite needle coating, with a White Crystalline Quartz contrasting base, with Copper Dolomite Matrix.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Stunning Spheroid Crystalline Malachite Balls on Quartz-Dolomite Matrix
Ball 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.
PRODUCT MINERALS
Copper Carbonate Hydroxide, Quartz, Feldspar
PRODUCT FEATURES
Monoclinic, Ball, Crystalline, Drusy, Rare, Matrix, Vug/Cavities, Silky
PRODUCT COLOUR
Green, White
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
3.5 to 4
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Mindigi Mine, Kambove, Congo
Grade = Very Good to A Grade
Size = 123 - 168 mm