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Malachite Freeform

Malachite Freeform

Regular price $120.00 USD
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Discover the unique beauty of this Malachite Freeform. Boasting a polished finish and magnificent green swirls, this spectacular specimen is perfect for enhancing any collection of minerals. Let its stunning design bring a touch of vibrancy to your natural décor.

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Dimensions:4.4"x2.3"x1.8"

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Malachite

Malachite is composed of 66% copper and can be used as an ore of copper. It usually forms in layered masses of radiating fibers, forming stalactitic formations which are often polished to beautiful bullseyes or bands. In Russia, it was a favorite stone of the Tsars and was made into columns, surfaces, and vases.

Chemistry: copper carbonate ♦ Opaque ♦ Luster: from silky to dull ♦ Crystal system: monoclinic prismatic ♦ Moh's hardness: 3.5-4 ♦ Color: bright green ♦ Localities: Ural mountains of Russia, DR Congo, and southwestern U.S. copper districts.