5” Botryoidal Malachite Congo Specimen Raw Velvety Green

3D Stalactitic Botryoidal Malachite Cluster - Congo Display Specimen Add a dramatic, architectural masterpiece to your mineral collection with this premium Stalactitic Botryoidal Malachite cabinet specimen. Ethically sourced from the famed copper belts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this fascinating cluster features a highly unique formation of stacked, finger-like mineral towers with a deep, velvety forest-green hue. The true showstopper of this piece is its multi-dimensional view—the top showcases prominent, bulbous mamelon bubbles, while the reverse side reveals a magnificent natural cross-section window filled with concentric "malachite eye" growth rings. Product Details: Mineral Type: 100% Natural Malachite Locality: Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Dimensions: Approx. 5" L x 4.5" W x 3" H (See tape measure photos for exact scale) Form: Raw, unpolished mineral cluster featuring a hybrid stalactitic and botryoidal habit. Colors: Deep velvet green, dark jade, and sharply banded emerald-green growth rings. Condition: Excellent raw condition. Photos showcase both the structural top towers and the open crystal cavities on the underside matrix. Notable Features & Aesthetics: Stalactitic Finger Formations: Rather than a flat cluster, the bubbles have stacked vertically into pillar formations, giving the piece a spectacular 3D shelf presence. Concentric Growth "Eyes": The natural cavities on the underside expose the inner rings of the mineral pillars, providing breathtaking target-like circular patterns that are highly coveted by collectors. Velvet Matte Luster: Features a very fine, tight botryoidal skin that gives the dark green surfaces a beautiful velvet-like depth under display lights.