{"product_id":"black-banded-malawi-agate-collectors-piece-dp","title":"Black Banded Malawi Agate | Collectors Piece (DP)","description":"High quality rare Malawi Agate nodule displaying exceptional concentric fortification banding with attractive natural colour contrast of black and white.\u003cbr\u003eThis piece shows a well-defined central eye formation surrounded by multiple tight banding layers, creating strong natural pattern symmetry highly sought after in Malawi agate material. The polished face reveals excellent internal structure with good clarity between banding zones, while the outer surface retains its natural rough volcanic host matrix.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMalawi agate is known for producing striking banded nodules, however a high percentage of material from this locality contains heavy internal fractures or unstable areas, often making intact pieces with strong pattern definition significantly harder to obtain. This example displays a desirable balance of structural integrity and visual impact.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCollectors value Malawi agate for its distinctive fortification patterns and earthy natural colour palette, often forming attractive display specimens even at smaller cabinet sizes.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis specimen has been selected by Distinction Crystals for its natural formation, visual character, condition, and suitability as a collector piece.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSpecimen Details\nMineral: Banded Agate \/ Chalcedony\nLocality: Malawi, Africa\nWeight: 151g\nSize: 4.5 x 4 x4 cm\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeatures\nRare Malawi locality material\nStrong concentric fortification banding\nEye formation centre structure\nNatural outer matrix preserved\nGood stability compared to typical fractured material\nAttractive natural colour zoning\nPolished display face\nIndividual specimen shown\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePlease Note\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is a natural mineral specimen. Variations in colour, pattern, inclusions, surface texture, and natural imperfections are part of its character.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown in the photos","brand":"Distinction Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56856989335930,"sku":"5uohq1qBrn","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7585\/1550\/files\/69f8aa93711e042642ae1601.png?v=1777904319","url":"https:\/\/www.distinctioncrystalsandfossils.com\/products\/black-banded-malawi-agate-collectors-piece-dp","provider":"Distinction Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}