MN695

Sample ID MN695 • Cabinet H

Malachite (Unknown)

8.5cm W x 7.72cm H x 3.95cm D • 468g
Sample TypeMineralColorGreen, Tan, BrownLusterDull
StreakGreenCleavage/FracturePerfect/SubconchoidalSpecific GravityNA
Geographic Location/DateUnknown Mohs Hardness 3

A large piece of Malachite, with unknown origin. This specimen is part of the group of 3. It has a dull luster, unlike the other two pieces, with what appears to be botryoidal crystals. Since Malachite can be toxic when interacting with water, the specific gravity cannot be taken.