{"product_id":"natural-hand-polished-malawi-agate-44-mm","title":"Natural hand-polished Malawi Agate – 44 mm | Undulating fortification banding","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA richly saturated specimen from the Ngabu deposit. Features a deep sard-carnelian body encircled by a striking blue-grey chalcedony border — an unusual cool-warm contrast rarely seen in Ngabu material. Fluid fortification banding flows through the centre, adding movement and depth. Rich and moody under direct light. Directly sourced from Ngabu, Malawi and hand-polished by us in South Africa. A true collector-grade specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ngabu, Malawi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Face Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 44 mm (longest edge)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 44 × 30 × 27 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 52 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e: None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand-polished\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: Collector specimen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Features\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"token maybe-class-name\"\u003eFortification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e banding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"token\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"token maybe-class-name\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"token\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrey chalcedony border\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"token\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"token maybe-class-name\"\u003eDeep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"token\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarnelian body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- SKU\u003c\/strong\u003e: 000472\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eEach Malawi agate specimen is a natural stone formed over millions of years. These Ngabu candy agates are weathered from Jurassic basalts of the Karoo supergroup in southern Malawi's Nsanje district. This collector-grade polished agate\u003cspan\u003e may show minor surface marks or internal features as part of its natural formation and unique character. Any notable characteristics are clearly visible in the images.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eYou will receive the exact item shown in the photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eAll photographs are captured in natural light without filters or digital enhancement to show the true character of the stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003ePlease take note of the measurements and view all photos carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eShipping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatched from South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7–10 working days depending on destination and customs clearance. International buyers should be aware that import taxes or VAT may apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Display:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClean gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners. Display away from direct sunlight to preserve natural colour. Handle with care as agates can chip if dropped on hard surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elemental Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49490308071663,"sku":"000472","price":750.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/0073\/4959\/files\/malawi-ngabu-agate-specimen-472_1.jpg?v=1777899270","url":"https:\/\/elementaltreasure.com\/products\/natural-hand-polished-malawi-agate-44-mm","provider":"Elemental Treasure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}