Malachite Metal Matrix Lapidary Rough

Malachite Metal Matrix lapidary rough from the USA. This material is great to slab and polish.

A striking natural material that blends the rich green tones of malachite with the metallic sheen of its matrix is malachite metal matrix lapidary rough. Lapidaries and collectors value this unusual blend's visually arresting stone for its beauty and unique appearance.

Malachite is a copper carbonate mineral that occurs in the oxidized zones of copper ore deposits. It is distinguished by its vivid green color and swirling patterns. When discovered in conjunction with a metallic matrix, usually made of iron or copper, it produces an enthralling contrast that gives the stone more depth and complexity.