Velvet Malachite Congo red This specimen has been photographed

This specimen has been photographed with mid wave black light

with the same chemical formula as pyrite

25" and weighs 16

This item is 2” x 2” and weighs 2

to most recognizably the iridescent naquer of pearls

Velvet Malachite Congo red This specimen has been photographedMalachite is a green copper carbonate mineral, Cu2CO3(OH)2. Its name comes from the ancient word for the mallow plant, which according to the ancients it resembled. Its distinctive color and flowing geometric bands make it appear dynamic and interactive somewhat life like. "Velvet" Malachite has a unique texture, looking soft, with gentle patterns made up of fibrous layers. This item is 7. 87" x 4. 5" and weighs 36. 05 oz.