Chrysocolla Malachite free form chunk from Congo 668g (1 LB 7.5oz)
4.22" x 2.8" x 1.5 "
Bin A
Malachite and chrysocolla are two vibrant copper-based minerals often found together in the rich copper deposits of the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly in the Katanga region. Malachite, known for its deep green color and striking banded patterns, is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral that forms through the oxidation of copper ores. Chrysocolla, on the other hand, displays stunning blue to turquoise hues and is a hydrous copper silicate mineral commonly found in the same environments. When malachite and chrysocolla occur together, they create captivating stones with swirling blue-green patterns, widely used in jewelry, carvings, and ornamental art pieces.
