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Malachite

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Malachite

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Locality: 
Mutanda Mine, Kolwezi, Lualaba, DR Congo
Size Range: 
Miniature (4.5-7 cm)
Size: 
5.6 × 2.8 × 1.8 cm
Description

Amazing stalactites of very lustrous malchite, from a small discovery last year. The specimen is well formed all around and on same high quality at the backside. Very showy 360°. Undamaged, no contacts and very aesthetic.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Malachite

Formula: 
Cu2(CO3)(OH)2
Strunz: 
5.BA.10
Crystal System: 
Monoclinic
Hardness: 
3.5 - 4.0