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Natural Blue Botryoidal Malacholla Specimen

$2,545.41
£1,875
€2,198.08
CA$3,505.05
A$3,922.80
CHF 2,053.45
MX$47,654.94
NOK 26,073.56
SEK 24,604.86
DKK 16,401.56

About the Item

A superb example of a naturally-occurring botryoidal malacholla specimen, favoured for its vivid natural blue colour! This sizeable specimen is presented on one of our exclusive bases, perfect for interior display. This stunning specimen is sourced from Congo’s Kulukuluku Mine, known for its high-quality malacholla specimens. The mineral is formed from chrysocolla – known for its distinguishable blue-green colour – on a malachite matrix, this example displaying a distinctive botryoidal formation characterised by its bulbous cauliflower-like clusters. It’s vibrant shade of blue makes malacholla a truly unusual and stunning piece, standing out as a bright and eye-catching feature of a collector’s cabinet. Additional Information Specimen only, excl. stand: H13 x W18 x D8 cm, 1.8kg Comes with an exclusive medium custom-made display plinth – ø17 x H 6.5 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Prehistoric
  • Condition:
    Naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over millions of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.
  • Seller Location:
    Wormelow, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 346641stDibs: LU2096346140422

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