DR Congo

Botryoidal Malachite with Cobaltoan Calcite — DR Congo

8.9 × 5.0 × 4.8 cm (3.50 × 1.97 × 1.89 in)
Longest edge: 89 mm (3.50 in)
SKU · KS2157
$269.00
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Dimensions: 8.9 × 5.0 × 4.8 cm (3.50 × 1.97 × 1.89 in); longest edge 89 mm (3.50 in).

Green malachite balls scattered over hot-pink cobaltoan calcite. Botryoidal malachite with cobaltoan calcite from DR Congo, 155 g.
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Mineral
Malachite
Locality
DR Congo
Dimensions
8.9 cm × 5.0 cm × 4.8 cm
Weight
155 g
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Specimen details

MineralMalachite
LocalityDR Congo
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Chemical formulaCu₂(CO₃)(OH)₂
Dimensions8.9 cm × 5.0 cm × 4.8 cm
Weight155 g

About this specimen

Dimensions: 8.9 × 5.0 × 4.8 cm (3.50 × 1.97 × 1.89 in); longest edge 89 mm (3.50 in).

A plate of hot-pink cobaltoan calcite with dozens of small dark green botryoidal malachite balls scattered across it, the pink and green in bold contrast. The malachite is velvety.

Congolese malachite on cobaltoan calcite at 155 g; a small cabinet piece with the Katanga Copperbelt's two signature colours.

Weight 155 g / 5.5 oz. Cabinet specimen, makes a strong centrepiece on a shelf or in a display case. Sold exactly as photographed; any known repair, mount, treatment or condition note is disclosed in this listing.

  • Mineral: Malachite, Cobaltoan Calcite
  • Locality: DR Congo
  • Weight: 155 g / 5.5 oz
  • SKU: KS2157

About Malachite

Malachite is a carbonate mineral recognized among collectors for its crystal form and distribution, with several world-class Chinese localities.

Learn more about Malachite in our encyclopedia

About DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo — above all the Katanga Copperbelt — is a world-class source of secondary copper and cobalt minerals.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Malachite natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

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Botryoidal Malachite with Cobaltoan Calcite — DR Congo
Botryoidal Malachite with Cobaltoan Calcite — DR Congo
$269.00