{"product_id":"natural-silky-ball-malachite-specimens-with-drusy-quartz-on-dolomite-matrix-x-3-from-mindingi-mine-kambove-congo","title":"Natural Silky Ball Malachite Specimens with Drusy Quartz on Dolomite Matrix x 3 From Mindingi Mine, Kambove, Congo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eA NOTE FROM NICK \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eA trio of natural silky green Ball Malachite specimens with clear drusy grey Quartz underneath the Malachite spheroids perched on Dolomite Matrix. Selected cabinet size specimens.\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eASSOCIATED 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\u003eASSOCIATED 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\u003eASSOCIATED COLOURS\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 = Very Good Grade\u003cbr\u003eSize = 91 - 106 mm \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MALACHITE - Ball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50707574882497,"sku":"189-384-261009BM","price":1736.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2066\/6451\/files\/189384_9.jpg?v=1791984819","url":"https:\/\/www.toprocks.com\/products\/natural-silky-ball-malachite-specimens-with-drusy-quartz-on-dolomite-matrix-x-3-from-mindingi-mine-kambove-congo","provider":"Toprock Gemstones and Minerals ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}