Mineral Species: Malachite and Azurite

Chemical Formula: Cu2CO3(OH)2

Chemical Name: Copper Carbonate Hydroxide

Mineral Class: Carbonate

Mineral Notes: Malachite is a well known and popular semi-precious stone and is named after the Greek word for "mallow", a green herb. The banded light and dark green designs give it a unique ornamental quality unlike that of any other stone. The bands and colour are so distinctive that malachite is one of the most easily recognised minerals by the general public. 

Description: A very rich specimen of alternating bands of dark-green malachite and dark-blue Azurte. The colour contrast, especially in good light, is stunning. Furthermore, both minerals are highly crystalline and many individual crystals are easily seen by their reflective luster.

Location: Aouli, Midelt, Morocco.