Green velvet. This malachite (6.1 x 5.1 x 5.1 cm), acquired at the Ste-Marie show, is from Katanga, Congo. It has an incredible velvet shine on the edges. Very showy. Price: $650.00.

A fantastic grouping of velvet malachite (4.0 x 5.1 x 6.7 cm) from Katanga, Congo. Great from different angles. Price: $350. (Photo: John McLean)