Large Natural Silky or Fibrous Malachite Specimen

GBP 1,775.00

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Object Description

A large natural silky or fibrous malachite originating from Congo. Silky Malachite, which is a copper ore, is known for its rosette crystalline formation, and are often sparkling in appearance.

This exceptional mineral has a striking form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. It showcases a rich green colour with areas of darker shades. This specimen is an impressive sculptural piece for an interior display or collectors cabinet.

More on silky malachite

Silky Malachite was one of the first ores used to produce Copper metal. While, rich in colour, appearance and habit is considered important for these specimens.
Silky is known for being fairly difficult to obtain compared to other types of malachite.

The vivid green colour, bright polished lustre, banding and eyes of malachite make it very popular as a gemstone. It is cut into polished decorative ornaments, used to produce beads, sliced into inlay material, sculpted into ornamental objects, and used to manufacture tumbled stones.

Additional Information

Comes with an exclusive medium custom-made neoclassical style display plinth – ø17cm x height 6.5cm.

Overall dimensions are for specimen and base.

Additional dimensions (specimen only):

Height: 15cm (5.9 in)
Width: 23cm (9.06 in)
Depth: 15.5cm (6.10 in)
Weight: 3kg (6.6 lbs)

Object Condition

Good structural condition. Naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over millions of years. Formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.

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FROM THE M50 / ROSS-ON-WYE

At the end of the M50, take the A40 towards Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. Take the A49 Hereford Road (third roundabout after leaving the M50). Ignore the first two signposts for Wormelow, stay on the A49 for approximately nine miles and take the next left turn after passing the Pilgrim Hotel, signed A466 Wormelow. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

FROM A49 HEREFORD

Follow the A49 south from Hereford for approximately five miles. After the uphill section at the Callow, there is a layby on your right followed by one on your left. Take the next right turn onto the A466 signed Wormelow / Monmouth. Follow the road for approximately 400 meters. We are located halfway down the hill on the right-hand side. The site is called: Grove Farm / The Grove.

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