LARGE (8.0x6.5CM) GREEN MALACHITE EGG WITH STRIKING PATTERNS

THIS A RARE AND VALUABLE LARGE GREEN MALACHITE EGG WITH STRIKING PATTERNS VISIBLE. IT IS LARGE IN SIZE (8.0x7,5CM OVAL).
 
Malachite is an ancient stone with a popularity that has withstood the test of time. The beauty of it has been an object of admiration since the days of Cleopatra, and we still wear Malachite jewelry to this day. And although its gorgeous green patterning is a lovely accent in any home, people have claimed its powers span far beyond beauty. 
 
NOTE I HAVE 4 OTHER LOTS WITH NATURAL ROCK EGGS ON AUCTION THIS WEEK. ALL ARE ORIGINAL NATURAL ROCK FORMATIONS.
 
SIZE: 8.0x6,5CM OVAL
 
CONDITION: SOME SCRAPES VISIBLE ON ONE SIDE. MALACHITE IS A RELATIVE SOFT STONE AND NEEDS TO BE HANDLED WITH CARE. STILL IN GOOD CONDITION.
 
MALACHITE:
CONTAINS COPPER: Malachite is a bright green copper carbonate hydroxide mineral contain 57.48% Cu in the purest form.
ONLY IN GREEN: One of malachites most stand-out qualities is its deep green colour. The stone is known for its banded pattern in various shades of green. Unlike most gemstones, malachite only comes in one colour and thats green. It, however, can vary in shade from light to dark, almost black.
MINED BEFORE EMERALDS: Malachite was mined before emerald for its beauty. Evidence of malachite mining has been found near the Isthmus of Suez and the Sinai as early as 4000 BC. Archaeologists have discovered that emerald, on the other hand, was mined almost 2000 years later with the first mines being identified to be from around 2000 BC.
RARE: Malachite is a rare gemstone because its original source has essentially run dry. Historically, the Ural Mountains in Russia were home to some of the largest deposits, but extensive mining has gravely depleted this source over time. Only a few regions of the world are home to this stone, limiting supply and increasing the overall value. The largest source of the gem is in Africa, specifically the Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, small deposits exist in Australia, Arizona, and France. Malachite also forms deep underground, making labor around sourcing more expensive. The difficulty in accessing it adds to the price. 
RINGS OF BEAUTY: Malachite has rings known as the peacocks eye. The amount and visibility of these rings will increase the gems value. Essentially, the larger the malachite gemstone, the more prominent the rings, and the higher the price.
 
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