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The approximate dimensions are:
Height - 2 inches
Width - 1.5+ inches
Weight - 7 ounces
This is a Congolese Malachite Egg. D.R. Congo is known throughout the world for having the finest of these gems. The egg has a superior polish. Because of this, the fine layering and striations are intense and sharp. In addition to the eggs intense patterns, there are two open areas revealing untouched native malachite. One area is a fissure and wonderfully displays the boytroidal, rolling lumping these minerals possess. The other open area is also native and unpolished, revealing the internal pattern of overlapping layers. The entire piece has the breathtaking green that Congolese Malachite is famous for. I acquired this mineral directly from the Congolese folks who handled the mining and shaping of this exquisite egg. I include a small nylon ring for setting this on.