1.8" Dark Green Malachite Crystal Mineral Specimen Tiznit Province Morocco

Location: Tiznit Province, Morocco

Weight: 1.1 Ounces

Dimensions: 1.8 Inches Long, 1.7 Inches Wide, 0.5 Inches Thick

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Malachite is one of the most visually striking copper minerals, instantly recognised by its lush green colour and naturally layered patterns that seem to ripple across its surface. Composed of copper carbonate hydroxide, this mineral has captivated human attention for thousands of years, valued not only for its beauty but also for its role as an early source of copper and as a finely ground pigment used in art and decoration. Each specimen carries a sense of history, reflecting both geological time and human fascination.

This mineral forms near the Earth’s surface in the oxidized zones of copper deposits, where copper-bearing minerals interact with oxygen-rich groundwater and carbon dioxide. Over long periods, these chemical reactions cause malachite to crystallise slowly in successive layers. Subtle changes in mineral concentration, water flow, temperature, and pressure create the sweeping bands and concentric patterns that make every piece unique.

Morocco’s copper-rich terrain provides ideal conditions for malachite formation. Shaped by hydrothermal activity, faulting, and carbonate-rich rocks such as limestone, these environments allow malachite to develop exceptional colour intensity and pattern clarity. Moroccan malachite is especially admired by collectors and artisans for its deep green hues, visual depth, and natural elegance, making it a timeless expression of Earth’s geological artistry.