Malachite

Meaning of the name:The name "malachite" comes from the Greek word malache (μαλάχη), meaning "mallow," and refers to the mineral's intense green color, reminiscent of the leaves of the mallow plant.
Info about the stone
CAPRICORN
HEART CHAKRA
EARTH
MONOCLINIC
MULTICOLORED
HÄRTE 3.5
KEIN EDELSTEINWASSER
  • Capricorn CAPRICORN
  • Heart chakra HEART CHAKRA
  • Earth EARTH
  • Monoclinic MONOCLINIC
  • MULTICOLORED
  • Nicht für Edelsteinwasser Not suitable for gemstone water
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Meaning

Malachite is known for its striking, swirling, and banded green tones. It is said to enhance the sense of art, aesthetics, sensuality, and beauty. It is believed to improve fertility and increase sex drive. It is also considered helpful in bringing repressed feelings, desires, needs, or ideals to consciousness. This stone is also said to stimulate the imagination and the ability to dream.

Alleged effect

Malachite is known in healing stone science for its antispasmodic properties. It is said to help with menstrual cramps and facilitate childbirth. It is also believed to have healing effects on sexual difficulties or diseases of the reproductive organs. It is also said to have a stimulating effect on the liver, which can support detoxification.

Mineralogie & Entstehung

Malachite is a copper-containing carbonate mineral with the characteristic banded pattern in various shades of green. It forms as a secondary mineral in the oxidation zone of copper deposits. Used as a gemstone and pigment (mountain green) since ancient times.

Pflege & Reinigung

Sensitive – Mohs hardness only 3.5, acid-sensitive and moisture-prone. DO NOT soak in water and absolutely do not use for gemstone water (copper-containing!). Clean with a dry, soft cloth. Charge on rock crystal or in moonlight.

Verwechslungsgefahren & Qualität

Azurite-malachite is a natural combination with blue azurite components. Dyed agate can imitate similar banding but shows a different structure under magnification. High-quality malachite has sharp, contrasting banding – washed-out patterns indicate lower quality.
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