Crystals & Minerals

This is an interesting specimen of Malachite on matrix from Conception del Oro, Mexico.  The specimen displays beautiful malachite that forms on the surface as small crystals. It is in very good condition. 

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite on matrix 
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  50x43x48 mm / 2.0x1.7x1.9 inches
Weight: 149.4 Grams / 5.3 Ounces 
Origin: Mined in Conception del Oro, Mexico

Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors, as its rich patterned coloration in shades of green is unique among gems. It is a beautiful decorative stone. Its’s low hardness makes it easy to work, though it still takes a polish very well. These qualities, combined with ready availability, make malachite a popular choice for lapidary artistry. This self standing Malachite would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 90x75x27 mm / 3.5x2.9x1.1 inches
Weight: 242 grams / 8.5 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Concepcion del Oro, Zacatecas, Mexico

This is a beautiful polished free form of Malachite from the Democratic Republic of Congo.  Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful, banded masses.

Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens.

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 82x30x39 mm / 3.2x1.2x1.5 inches
Weight:  161 Grams / 5.7 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Shaba Copper Belt, Zaire

This is a beautiful polished free form of Malachite from the Democratic Republic of Congo.  Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful, banded masses.

Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens.

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 63x35x40 mm / 2.5x1.4x1.6 inches
Weight:  161 Grams / 5.7 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Shaba Copper Belt, Zaire

This is a specimen of azurite from Bou Beker, Morocco.   The specimen is covered with sky blue azurite and green malachite.  It is a very good specimen in good condition.

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Azurite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:   Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 45x28x20 mm / 1.8x1.1x0.8 inches
Weight: 24.7 Grams / 0.8 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Bou Beker, Morocco

Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors, as its rich patterned coloration in shades of green is unique among gems. It is a beautiful decorative stone. Malachite’s low hardness makes it easy to work, though it still takes a polish very well. These qualities, combined with ready availability, make malachite a popular choice for lapidary artistry. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite 
Specimen Size: Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 170x95x90 mm / 6.7x3.7x3.5 inches
Weight: 1.3 Kg /2 lbs 14 Ounces
Origin: Mined in DaYe, HuBei Province, China

Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful banded masses. Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

P.S. The white shiny spots are actually light reflections and are not signs of damages.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 36x11x15 mm / 1.4x0.4x0.6 inches
Weight: 6 Grams / 0.2 Ounces
Origin: Mined at Katanga, Shaba Copper Belt, Congo/Zaire

Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful banded masses. Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

P.S. The white shiny spots are actually light reflections and are not signs of damages.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 35x28x15 mm / 1.4x1.1x0.6 inches
Weight: 13 Grams / 0.5 Ounces
Origin: Mined at Katanga, Shaba Copper Belt, Congo/Zaire

This is a beautiful specimen of Azurite on Malachite from Toussit, Morocco.   The specimen is covered with sky blue azurite forms on the surface as small crystals and some large patches of malachite. It is in very good condition. 

Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Azurite and Malachite Crystal Cluster
Specimen Size:   Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 101x81x63 mm / 4x3.2x2.5 inches
Weight:  307 Grams / 10.8 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Toussit, Morocco

Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular mineral for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful banded masses. Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 114x83x50 mm / 4.5x3.3x2 inches
Weight: 394.3 Grams / 13.9 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Shaba Copper Belt, Zaire

Malachite is perhaps the one of the most popular minerals for collectors due to its intense green color and sometimes beautiful banded masses. Africa contains several outstanding Malachite deposits. The mines at Katanga (Shaba), especially at Kolwezi, in the Congo (Zaire) produce Malachite in all sorts of odd shapes and forms, and are the source of the best banded, concentric, stalactitic and sparkling specimens. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Malachite
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 102x74x62 mm / 4x3x2.4 inches
Weight: 354.8 Grams / 12.5 Ounces
Origin: Mined in Shaba Copper Belt, Zaire