Approx. 2.2 lb | 4¾” × 7½” × ¾”
One polished face | Raw edges and reverse
This extraordinary Malachite slab is a true collector’s piece, selected for the exceptional complexity of its patterning and the depth revealed on its polished face. While the slab retains its raw, natural edges and back, one face has been expertly polished to unveil Malachite’s iconic banded formations, flowing concentric waves, and organic eye-like motifs formed over millions of years.
Beyond its dramatic surface patterns, this piece contains natural pockets and crystalline highlights, with subtle areas of “bling” that catch the light and add dimension and intrigue. These sparkling details are entirely natural and rare, giving the slab a sense of movement and vitality.
History & Origin
Malachite has been prized for over 5,000 years, revered across ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern cultures. In antiquity, it was carved into amulets, used in ceremonial objects, and ground into pigment for temple art and royal adornment. Its unmistakable green was long associated with life, renewal, and transformation.
This stone forms in copper-rich regions, most notably:
- The Democratic Republic of Congo
- Zambia
- Namibia
- The historic Ural Mountains of Russia
The dramatic banding seen in Malachite is the result of copper mineralization interacting with water over vast geological time, making each piece completely unique.
Symbolism & Presence
Malachite has long been associated with transformation and decisive change, a symbolism echoed in its bold visual language. It is a stone that does not whisper. It commands attention and invites reflection.
This slab is a statement object, ideal for collectors, designers, or anyone curating a space where natural materials are treated as art.
A Singular Work
- One-of-a-kind Malachite slab
- Exceptional patterning with natural pockets and crystalline sparkle
- Polished face with raw, natural edges
- Presented in a copper stand for balance and display
- A museum-worthy mineral specimen and design-forward focal piece
This is a Malachite chosen for its character and unmistakable presence. Once placed, it becomes part of the room’s identity.
