Velvet Malachite African Congo minerals The reddish-brown rock consists of

The reddish-brown rock consists of sandy crystals of barite (barium sulphate) in petal-like clusters that resemble a rose in full bloom

625" and weighs 6

875” x 2

56" and weighs 3

Velvet Malachite African Congo minerals The reddish-brown rock consists ofMalachite is a green copper carbonate mineral, Cu2CO3(OH)2. Its name comes from the ancient word for the mallow plant, which according to the ancients it resembled. Its distinctive color and flowing geometric bands make it appear dynamic and interactive somewhat life like. "Velvet" Malachite has a unique texture, looking soft, with gentle patterns made up of fibrous layers. This item is 1. 125" x 1. 875" and weighs 2. 1 oz.