{"product_id":"carved-malachite-hippopotamus-natural-dr-congo-mineral-carving-149g","title":"Carved Malachite Hippopotamus – Natural DR Congo Mineral Carving, 149g","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecarved malachite hippopotamus\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from natural malachite sourced from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa. The carving displays malachite’s distinctive green banding and polished surface in a detailed animal form.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing 149 grams and measuring 69 × 46 × 28 mm, this piece works well as a mineral collectible, decorative carving, desk display, or gift for crystal and animal lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMineral Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malachite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper carbonate hydroxide, Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to deep green with natural banding\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monoclinic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5–4\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky to vitreous\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 149 grams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 69 × 46 × 28 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished hippopotamus carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalachite is a copper mineral known for its vivid green color and layered banding. It is widely collected as both a mineral specimen and ornamental stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn crystal traditions, malachite is associated with \u003cstrong\u003etransformation, protection, emotional balance, and personal growth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Many crystal enthusiasts use it during meditation or intention-setting and believe it supports confidence, change, and energetic protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese metaphysical associations are based on traditional crystal beliefs and are not intended as medical or therapeutic claims.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Empire Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48028349169795,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/3974\/2083\/files\/UN-0689_1.jpg?v=1788022323","url":"https:\/\/crystalempiregems.com\/products\/carved-malachite-hippopotamus-natural-dr-congo-mineral-carving-149g","provider":"Crystal Empire Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}