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 and appears almost liquid. The fine layering and striations are intense and sharp from the polishing. The entire piece has the breathtaking Green that malachite from the Congo is famous for, ranging from a nearly black green to the softest light emerald imaginable. The visual effect of this Egg is fluid. And to top it off, this egg has a prominent single eye, adding to the already ethereal effect of this mineral.
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The approximate dimensions are:
Height - 1.75 inches
Width - 1.5+ inches
Weight - 5 ounces