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Malachite Stone

There malachite is a basic copper carbonate, distinguished by its light green to olive green color, sometimes veined with darker shades. Its color is reminiscent of that of azurite, another one natural stone with which it is often associated. There malachite is still used in jewelry and ornamentation thanks to its natural beauty and its virtues unique.

Mineralogy: Malachite

Physical and chemical properties

  • Chemical composition: Basic copper carbonate (Cu2CO3(OH)2)

  • Hardness: 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale

  • Density: 3.9 to 4.1 g/cm³

  • Crystal system: Monoclinic

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Propriétés physiques détaillées :

  • Dureté : Le larimar a une dureté de 4,5 à 7 sur l'échelle de Mohs. Cette variabilité est due à sa composition et à sa structure. Il est donc important de le manipuler avec soin pour éviter les rayures.

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  • Densité : Sa densité varie entre 2,7 et 2,9 g/cm³.

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  • Couleur et opacité : "Le larimar est célèbre pour sa gamme de couleurs bleues, allant du bleu clair au bleu profond, parfois avec des inclusions blanches ou grises. Son opacité varie de translucide à opaque."

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  • Cassure et clivage : "Il présente une cassure irrégulière et un clivage parfait dans une direction."

cabochon en forme de poire d'une pierre de larimar posé sur du bois flotté

Formation and deposits

Le larimar se crée dans les cavités des roches volcaniques, où les solutions hydrothermales riches en silice et en cuivre cristallisent lentement. Ce processus singulier se produit exclusivement en République Dominicaine, dans la région de Los Chupaderos.

Variétés et particularités distinctives :

La qualité du larimar est déterminée par l'intensité de sa coloration bleue et par la présence de motifs rappelant les vagues. Les pièces les plus prisées affichent un coloris bleu azur intense avec des motifs distincts.

Malachite: A powerful protective stone

Green Aventurine , with its unique shimmering luster and soothing color, is a " semi-precious " " fine stone " that has fascinated cultures around the world for millennia. Its history, although partly linked to the more recent discovery of its manufacturing process (in the 18th century for aventurine glass, which then gave its name to the natural stone), goes back much further for its use as a natural stone. Recognized for its supposed properties in lithotherapy and appreciated for its aesthetics, green aventurine is a stone sought after for its potential benefits and its visual appeal .

Pierre brut de larimar bleu posé dans la nature sur de la mousse

Green Aventurine in Antiquity: Wealth and Protection

Malachite is a natural stone revered for centuries for its protective virtues and curative. Considered the most powerful mineral of the new millennium, it absorbs negative energies and relieves physical pain and emotional.

Green Aventurine and Spirituality in Asia: Compassion and Healing

  • China and the Goddess Guanyin: In China, aventurine was associated with Guanyin Pusa (Kwan Yin), the goddess of compassion, mercy, and unconditional love . It was thought to bring inner peace, emotional healing, and good luck. It also played a role in Feng Shui to attract prosperity and financial harmony.

  • Tibet and Healing: In Tibet, aventurine was used by monks and healers to treat vision problems, eye strain , and to promote relaxation and meditation . It was also thought to enhance courage and determination.

Malachite: Benefits and virtues for the body and mind

Heart chakra.

  • Heart Chakra (Anahata): Green Aventurine is primarily associated with the heart chakra, also known by its Sanskrit name, Anahata.

Associated astrological signs:

  • Taurus: Green Aventurine promotes grounding , patience and abundance in Taurus, in harmony with their connection to nature.

  • Cancer: A calming stone, green aventurine helps Cancerians manage their emotions , build confidence and create a harmonious family environment.

  • Libra: Green Aventurine, with its gentle energy, supports Libras' emotional balance , helps them make informed decisions, and promotes their inner beauty.

Emotional balance and well-being

  • Soothes deep sorrows and sorrows

  • Revitalizes body and mind

  • Stimulate it creativity and inspiration

  • Develops intuition and clairvoyance

Physical support and vitality

  • Stimulates the spleen and pancreas

  • Strengthens the heart and blood circulation

  • Promotes tissue regeneration and healing

  • Soothe them joint pain (tendinitis, sprains)

  • Relieves muscle and menstrual cramps

Plusieurs pierre roulées de larimar posé au sol sur de la mousse verte

Tips for using Tiger's Eye

  • Wearing tiger's eye as jewelry : necklace, bracelet , pendant ... Direct contact with the skin allows you to benefit from its energies.

  • Meditation: Holding a tiger's eye in your hand during meditation amplifies concentration and protection.

  • Placement in the environment: Placing a tiger's eye stone in your living or working space harmonizes the space and promotes a positive atmosphere.

  • Associated Chakras: Solar Plexus (3rd Chakra) – promotes self-confidence and willpower.

  • Purification and recharging: Regularly purify your tiger's eye with clear water or sage smoke.

  • Recharge it in sunlight or on a quartz cluster.

  • Note: Lithotherapy is a complementary approach and does not replace medical advice.

Purification and Recharging of Green Aventurine

  • Purification: Distilled water, salt water (with caution for certain jewelry ), fumigation ( sage, incense ), quartz clusters.

  • Recharging: Sunlight (gentle morning or evening) or moonlight , quartz clusters.

Note: Lithotherapy is a complementary approach and does not replace medical advice.

Items with malachite

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