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Natural Chrysocolla Malachite Specimen

$4,023.68
£2,875
€3,433.01
CA$5,516.67
A$6,159.96
CHF 3,213.20
MX$75,745.82
NOK 40,554.59
SEK 38,180.72
DKK 25,610.24
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About the Item

A large scale natural chrysocolla malachite specimen originating from Congo. A rare find, some of the world’s finest malachite comes from Congo. This exceptional mineral has an irregular form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. Showcasing a vibrant combination of vivid blues (chrysocolla) and rich greens (malachite), this specimen is a striking sculptural piece for an interior or collector’s cabinet, mounted on a bespoke steel stand for display. First discovered over 4000 years ago, malachite has been adored for its colour and beauty since ancient times. While a popular item for jewels and amulets, the mineral was often ground down and the pigment used as a luscious green paint for architecture or even a vivid green eyeshadow! Chrysocolla is frequently intergrown with other minerals such as quartz and malachite like this one, yielding a finely grained, harder gemstone with rich colour and vibrancy.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.87 in (53 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Prehistoric
  • Condition:
    Good structural condition. This is a naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over thousands 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: 9334161stDibs: LU2096336326632

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