Polished Flower Banded Malachite Free Forms x 3 From Congo

A NOTE FROM NICK
A tray of 3 Individually made Malachite free forms with flower and banding patterns. Beauties.

A NOTE FROM NICK 
A tray of rare, beautiful, and highly valued material often used to craft decorative Malachite spheres. Because natural Malachite commonly contains small cavities and vugs, artisans reinforce the stone with a filler to stabilize the structure and achieve a smooth, durable finish. The result is a striking, polished sphere that showcases the stone’s rich green banding while preserving its integrity.

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 = Very Good to A Grade
Size = 86 - 114 mm