This stunning malacholla freeform comes from the democratic republic of congo This striking, hand-polished Malacholla Freeform displays gorgeous turquoise and aqua-blue hues alongside deep emerald greens, given its harmonious mixture of blue Chrysocolla and green Malachite. This Malachite and Chrysocolla crystal displays stunning swirls, orbs, and eye-like patterns. Please note: this piece displays some natural pits and cavities on its otherwise smooth, polished surface. What Is Malacholla Made Of? Malacholla is a stunning stone which combines two striking minerals: Malachite and Chrysocolla, both of which are copper-based minerals. What Is Malachite Made Of? Malachite is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral, often found in limestone deposits (the carbon source) alongside azurite and other minerals. Deep inside caves, Malachite usually forms in botryoidal (grape-like) clusters or as stalactites. Although similar in patterning to many Agates, Malachite is not a form of Agate. This green semi precious stone is often polished to form stunning green gemstones. What Is Chrysocolla Made Of? Chrysocolla is a copper silicate mineral which varies widely in composition, owing to the varying percentage composition of copper and silica in each piece. The copper included in Chrysocolla is hydrated copper (Copper Hydroxide). Often, Chrysocolla can also contain traces of other minerals, elements, and metals such as aluminium. Very blue specimens of Chrysocolla are known as gem silica: generally, the lighter the colour of Chrysocolla, the higher the silica content, and thus the higher the hardness on the Mohs scale. The copper inclusions create the stunning cyan (blue-green) colour Chrysocolla is famous for. Where Does Malacholla Come From? This piece was sourced from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, one of the most important modern suppliers of Malachite. Malacholla History Malachite and Chrysocolla are both stones which have been used for millennia.