{"product_id":"xl-10-velvet-botryoidal-malachite-on-chrysocolla-specimen-letoile-du-congo-mine-lubumbashi-katanga-dr-congo","title":"XL 10\" Velvet Botryoidal Malachite on Chrysocolla Specimen, L'Etoile du Congo Mine, Lubumbashi, Katanga, DR Congo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis monstrous specimen presents thousands of grape-like botryoidal malachite nodules, each exhibiting a velvety surface and subtle druzy sparkle when illuminated. \u003cbr\u003eThe formation captures a dynamic spectrum of deep, dark greens, from rich emerald tones to nearly black highlights, accentuating the botryoidal texture. \u003c\/span\u003eAlong the edges, a delicate banding of chrysocolla create a vivid contrast, the bright blues tracing the natural growth of the copper minerals over time. The interplay of these two mineral forms highlights both the structural complexity and visual depth of the specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced from the renowned L’Étoile du Congo Mine, one of the most celebrated localities for botryoidal malachite, this specimen represents both aesthetic and geological significance, offering collectors a rare opportunity to acquire a mineral of true quality, character and scale. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinerals \u003c\/b\u003e: Malachite \u003cspan\u003e(Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂)\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eon Chrysocolla \u003cspan\u003e(Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄·nH₂O)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormation Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botryoidal nodules with velvety surface and druzy sparkle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e: Deep dark green with areas of lighter green and almost black highlights; Chrysocolla swirls in striking blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: L’Étoile du Congo Mine, Lubumbashi, Katanga, DR Congo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: 254 mm × 152 mm (approx. \u003cspan\u003e10” × 6”) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.508 KG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Originating from a world renowned Congo copper mine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal as a centerpiece specimen or (very large) cabinet display; best appreciated under directional light to highlight velvety sheen and druzy sparkle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors' Cabin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56353581760898,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/9050\/5346\/files\/409E9CFA-9D5F-451B-9D25-C2B75B39662F.png?v=1771440999","url":"https:\/\/www.collectorscabin.shop\/products\/xl-10-velvet-botryoidal-malachite-on-chrysocolla-specimen-letoile-du-congo-mine-lubumbashi-katanga-dr-congo","provider":"Collectors' Cabin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}