Malachite Carving – Rhinoceros // 1.02 Lb.

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into a 1.02 lb. rhinoceros and hand-polished to a brilliant luster to enhance its gorgeous colors and banding. Malachite was historically used as a pigment for painting and was a popular stone in ancient Egypt. This excellent quality carving displays sought-after natural patterning including a plethora of bullseyes.

Dimensions: 5-1/2″L x 1-1/2″W x 2″H, Weight: 1.02 lb.