Chrysocolla on Malachite. Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi mining dist., Lualaba, DR Congo. ... (Total: 2 Items)

Description

Chrysocolla on Malachite
Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi mining dist., Lualaba, DR Congo

Here we have a beautiful and unusual stalactite combination of two colorful Copper species: an underlayer of botryoidal Malachite covered by a more lustrous and bubbly, thin-crust of blue Chrysocolla. Then, for added effect, there is a subsequent growth of a matte lustered layer of botryoidal Malachite covering some of the Chrysocolla at the bottom of the piece for wonderful effect and aesthetics. A very attractive specimen with unusual eye appeal for its shape and a mix of colors and textures. A custom engraved lucite base accompanies this specimen
Measurements: 5.04 x 3.07 x 2.24 inches (12.80 x 7.80 x 5.70 cm)

Provenance: The Collection of a Southern Gentleman

Estimated Gallery Pricing: $2,000

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