Chrysocolla & Malachite - D.R. Congo Ancient Egyptians believed it could

Ancient Egyptians believed it could prevent aging while Romans used this mineral to signify ownership

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Chrysocolla & Malachite - D.R. Congo Ancient Egyptians believed it couldWe have only had a handful of specimens as interesting as this one. As you can see in the photos, the chrysocolla grew in these raised, mushroom like patterns consisting of a couple of different hues of blue. This piece is sure to add some weirdness to any collection! Size: 2. 2 x 1. 1 x 1. 0 in. Weight: 1. 0 oz Location: Democratic Republic of the Congo Malachite is a copper carbonate mineral that can often be found in botryoidal, fibrous, or