Sourced directly from the Ngabu region of Malawi's Nsanje District, these rough agate nodules formed in the ancient Jurassic basalts of the Karoo Supergroup — volcanic rock laid down over 180 million years ago. Silica-rich groundwater slowly filled the cavities layer by layer, building the fortification bands, translucent chalcedony zones, and occasional plume-like inclusions that make Malawi agate so sought after by lapidaries and collectors worldwide.
The material includes several natural varieties — Alimajo, Gambiri, smooth skin, and newer material from the Mozambique border regions. Each 500 g lot is a genuine mixture reflecting the natural range of the deposit; varieties are not always distinguishable before cutting and we do not sort by type.
Expect fortification banding in oranges, yellows, pinks, reds, blues, purples and cream, translucent chalcedony zones, and occasional mossy or plume inclusions. Natural, uncut and untreated — exactly as they came out of the ground.
Each 500 g lot is carefully hand-selected from small, curated batches — we sort to remove poor-quality material and ensure you receive a representative mix of the deposit's best natural range.
Specifications:
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Origin: Ngabu, Malawi — Nsanje District, Karoo Supergroup basalts
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Sold by: 500 g lot
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Size range: Approx. 2–8 cm per nodule (occasional larger specimens)
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Condition: Rough, uncut nodules
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Varieties: Alimajo, Gambiri, smooth skin (unsorted mixture)
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SKU: ST0001
Part of the Rough Agate collection — natural, unpolished specimens sourced directly by Elemental Treasure.
Shipping: Dispatched from South Africa. Estimated delivery 7–10 working days. Import duties may apply for international orders.
Handle with care — rough nodules may have sharp edges.
Looking for larger quantities?
We offer bulk and trade supply of Malawi agate nodules (unselected, minimum 100 kg).
Please email nicole@elementaltreasure.com to enquire.
