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Malachite stalactite from Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo

 
Malachite stalactite from Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo

DESCRIPTION:No. 31968
Mineral:Malachite stalactite
Locality:Katanga Copperbelt, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Description:Elongated stalactitic formation of green malachite with hollow center running throughout. The malachite has exterior surface resembling wrinkled alligator skin. Unusual. Ex. Dr. N. Luppescu
Overall Size:15x3x2 cm
Crystals:5-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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