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Malachite stalactite (classic locale)
- Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Katanga, Dem. Rep. of Congo
- Cabinet, 11.2 x 4.5 x 3.3 cm
- Start Time: 08/09/2014 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/14/2014 6:41:52 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A fantastically shaped large malachite stalactite from this famous locale. Four intergrown, bulbous, layered stalactites dramatically taper and coalesce upward to a single stalactite with a very nifty rounded tip. The broken stalactite at the rear is out-of-sight in the display view, but yet, really adds pizzazz to this incredibly sculptural piece. Complete all-around and nearly pristine, the stalactite has only a small bruise near the tip. Specimens of this form and quality are uncommon from here. Comes with a custom made and engraved lucite base (valued at $150), for free.