Stock No. 33872

Natural Botryoidal Chrysocolla Specimen

A naturally occurring blue-green botryoidal chrysocolla mineral specimen, originating from Kalukuluku in Congo and presented on one of our exclusive painted plaster display plinths. Defined by its vibrant colour, chrysocolla forms as crusts where copper minerals have been transformed by water. It is found in various forms including botryoidal specimens on a matrix like this…

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£1,795.00

Dimensions

Depth: 17cm6.69in

Width: 17.5cm6.89in

Height: 19.5cm7.68in

Weight: 2.6kg5.73lbs

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Condition Report

This is a naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over millions of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Date of Manufacture

Prehistoric

Maker

Natural

Material

Chrysocolla

Origin

Congo

About this piece

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A naturally occurring blue-green botryoidal chrysocolla mineral specimen, originating from Kalukuluku in Congo and presented on one of our exclusive painted plaster display plinths.

Defined by its vibrant colour, chrysocolla forms as crusts where copper minerals have been transformed by water. It is found in various forms including botryoidal specimens on a matrix like this one, characterised by its bulbous cauliflower-like clusters.

It’s vibrant shades of blue make chrysocolla a truly unusual and stunning piece, standing out as a bright and eye-catching feature of a collector’s cabinet.

Additional Information

Specimen only, ex. stand: H21 x W29 x D11 cm, 7.6kg

Comes with an exclusive large custom-made display plinth – ø25.5 x H 9.5 cm

Additional information

Weight 2.6 kg
Dimensions 17 × 17.5 × 19.5 cm
Date of Manufacture

Prehistoric

Maker

Material

Origin

Congo

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