Large Botryoidal Malachite Nugget - Height: 5 cm - Width: 7 cm- 276 g - (1)
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A 276 g nugget of large botryoidal malachite from Kolwezi District, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Botryoidal Malachite – Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo
A superb collector-grade specimen featuring classic botryoidal malachite with exceptionally well-developed hemispherical aggregates and a rich, uniform emerald-green color. The harmonious arrangement of the rounded forms gives the piece remarkable aesthetic balance, while the silky matte luster enhances its sculptural character. The world’s finest botryoidal malachite specimens are widely regarded as coming from the copper-rich deposits of Kolwezi, making material from this locality especially desirable among collectors.
Minimum acceptable price €100
Old collection
Botryoidal Malachite – Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of the Congo
A superb collector-grade specimen featuring classic botryoidal malachite with exceptionally well-developed hemispherical aggregates and a rich, uniform emerald-green color. The harmonious arrangement of the rounded forms gives the piece remarkable aesthetic balance, while the silky matte luster enhances its sculptural character. The world’s finest botryoidal malachite specimens are widely regarded as coming from the copper-rich deposits of Kolwezi, making material from this locality especially desirable among collectors.
Minimum acceptable price €100
Old collection
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Large Botryoidal Malachite
Mineral form
Nugget
Weight
276 g
Origin (region/city)
Kolwezi District
Country of origin
DR Congo
Height
5 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
10 cm
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