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Malachite from Mashamba Mines, 10 km west of Kolwezi, Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo

 
Malachite from Mashamba Mines, 10 km west of Kolwezi, Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Malachite from Mashamba Mines, 10 km west of Kolwezi, Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo

DESCRIPTION:No. 40492
Mineral:Malachite
Locality:Mashamba Mines, 10 km west of Kolwezi, Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Description:Thin slab from a malachite stalactite polished on both sides to highlight the concentric growth layers of varying colors. The crystallization pattern is complex and unusual. No fill has been used in the vuggy center.
Overall Size:9x6x.7 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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