{"product_id":"fibrous-malachite-kolwezi-district-drc","title":"Fibrous Malachite – Kolwezi District, DRC","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fibrous malachite miniature from the Kolwezi District displays vivid green, radiating sprays across an irregular dark green surface. The upright profile and silky reflections along the fibers give the piece strong texture and visual depth from several viewing angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral \/ Specimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibrous Malachite mineral specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kolwezi District, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radiating fibrous fans and sprays over a crusty, irregular dark green matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald to deep forest green with nearly black-green areas and minor reddish-brown matrix visible in recesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common as a mineral species; well-defined fibrous display formations remain especially collectible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5–4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky to vitreous on the fibrous surfaces, with duller crusty areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cu\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e(OH)\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miniature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.2 × 2.5 × 4.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.2 g (mineral only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal \/ Display Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74.4 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Malachite\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMalachite is a monoclinic copper carbonate hydroxide recognized for its characteristic green color. It forms in oxidized copper deposits and may occur as massive, botryoidal, stalactitic, or fibrous material; delicate radiating fibers such as those on this specimen often produce a distinctive silky sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Metaphysical Associations\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn crystal traditions, malachite is associated with transformation, protection, confidence, and purposeful change. It is often selected for meditation, intention-setting, or as a richly colored symbolic display piece. \u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece offers concentrated emerald-green color, layered fibrous fans, and a sculptural upright silhouette within a compact miniature format. Its silky crystal texture changes noticeably as the specimen is viewed from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specimen pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral Treasury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53412553949551,"sku":"MT-0101","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7563\/6335\/files\/fibrous-malachite-kolwezi-front.jpg?v=1788317494","url":"https:\/\/mineraltreasury.com\/products\/fibrous-malachite-kolwezi-district-drc","provider":"Mineral Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}