2.1" Dark Green Malachite Crystal Mineral Specimen Tiznit Province Morocco

Location: Tiznit Province, Morocco

Weight: 1.7 Ounces

Dimensions: 2.1 Inches Long, 2.2 Inches Wide, 1.4 Inches Thick

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Malachite from Morocco – A Signature Green Copper Mineral

Malachite is a visually powerful copper carbonate hydroxide mineral celebrated for its deep green tones and naturally layered patterns. Its unmistakable appearance has made it a valued material for ornamentation, pigments, and copper extraction since ancient civilisations. Today, Moroccan malachite is especially respected for its strong colour saturation and refined banding.

How Malachite Forms

This mineral develops in the oxidised zones of copper-rich rock, where copper minerals interact with water, oxygen, and carbon dioxide close to the Earth’s surface. As mineral-rich fluids move through fractures and pores, malachite crystallises in rhythmic layers, producing curved bands and concentric designs. Minor variations in chemistry and environment create striking visual diversity.

Moroccan Geological Setting

Morocco’s copper-bearing regions offer ideal conditions for malachite growth. Deposits are often linked to hydrothermal systems, fault zones, and carbonate host rocks such as limestone, which provide essential components for mineral formation.

Collector Significance

Renowned for its aesthetic appeal and geological authenticity, Moroccan malachite is highly sought after by mineral collectors, lapidary artists, and designers, representing a natural blend of Earth history and artistic form.