{"product_id":"floral-malachite-collector-specimen-natural-banded-malachite-slice-175g-8","title":"Floral Malachite Collector Specimen | Natural Banded Malachite Slice | 175g #8","description":"Floral Polished Malachite Collector Slice\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA striking polished Malachite slice from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, selected for its exceptional natural patterning and distinctive formation.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe polished face reveals a beautifully detailed mix of floral-style Malachite formations, concentric green banding, clustered orbicular patterning, natural cavities and exposed matrix, creating a highly individual collector specimen.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis particular slice has a broad, almost fan-shaped sculptural form, with dense patterning spreading across much of the polished surface. Areas of vivid emerald green sit alongside darker forest tones, while the numerous rounded and layered formations give the piece an almost organic, botanical appearance.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe retained natural matrix, open cavities and irregular outer edges add further depth and character, while the polished surface allows the intricate internal structure of the Malachite to be clearly seen.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRather than being cut into a uniform shape, this collector slice retains much of the original structure and irregularity of the Malachite, making it particularly appealing as a display specimen for mineral collectors.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003eMineral: Malachite\nOrigin: DRC\nFinish: Polished face with natural matrix and irregular edges\nApprox. size: 13 × 8 cm\nWeight: 175g\nYou will receive the exact slice pictured\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is a natural mineral specimen and includes natural cavities, matrix, irregular edges and surface variation. These features form part of the specimen’s character and are not considered faults.","brand":"Distinction Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57271038280058,"sku":"floral mal slice #8","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7585\/1550\/files\/6aa95096af2f10db069e17cf.png?v=1789485141","url":"https:\/\/www.distinctioncrystalsandfossils.com\/products\/floral-malachite-collector-specimen-natural-banded-malachite-slice-175g-8","provider":"Distinction Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}