Malachite (''Primary'') on Malachite

Item Description

A cool two-generation specimen of Malachite from the famous Mashamba West Mine in the Congo. This miniature sized piece host specimen hosts somewhat velvety / chatoyant, olive-green color spherical groups of Malachite which are sitting on top of what is called "Primary" Malachite, featuring lustrous, rich forest-green crystals. You don't often seen two generations of Malachite together like this on the same specimen. If you collect secondary ore minerals, worldwide Malachite or specifically pieces from the Mashamba West do not miss out on this showy and interesting example from this famous locale. Over the years, we have seen many of these pieces come through but they do seem to be dwindling on the market, so we might be reaching a time when there are less available.