Malachite - Skull prospecting colored by trace amounts of

colored by trace amounts of vanadium and chromium—the same elements responsible for emerald’s green hue

These fluorites formed in hydrothermal veins associated with granitic intrusions and are sometimes found with quartz

or precious coral is the common name given to a genus of marine corals

this piece stands out for its larger crystal size

It is often valued for its cooling

Malachite - Skull prospecting colored by trace amounts ofMined from: Kolwezi Mining District, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of Congo Description: This carved malachite skull from the Congo features deep green tones with classic concentric banding and occasional eye like patterns visible across the surface. Unlike highly polished pieces, this carving retains a more natural, textured finish that highlights the raw, uneven structure of the material. Variations in colorfrom dark forest green to lighter,