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Origin: Shangulowe Mine, Kambove District, Lualaba, Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩
Size:82 × 60 × 55 mm
Weight:168 grams
An exceptional and highly distinctive Barite specimen with green Malachite inclusions and beautiful phantom formations from the famous Shangulowe Mine, Kambove District, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
This fascinating specimen features well-developed Barite crystals displaying wonderful internal green Malachite inclusions. The green mineralization creates striking coloration and contrast within the crystals, while the visible phantom growth patterns reveal different stages of crystal development and give the piece remarkable internal depth.
The combination of Barite, Malachite inclusions, and phantom formations makes this an especially interesting specimen both aesthetically and mineralogically. Under good lighting, the internal structures and green coloration become even more pronounced, allowing the fascinating growth features to be appreciated from different viewing angles.
Coming from the mineral-rich Copperbelt region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this is a beautiful locality specimen with excellent character and strong collector appeal.
Highlights:
Beautiful Barite crystal formation
Striking natural green Malachite inclusions
Fascinating internal phantom growth
Excellent contrast and visual depth
Attractive three-dimensional formation
Classic Shangulowe Mine provenance
Excellent specimen for collectors of Congo and copper-associated minerals
A wonderfully unusual specimen combining color, crystal structure, inclusions, and phantoms in one highly collectible piece.
