Malachite Stone
Malachite is a basic copper carbonate, distinguished by its light green to olive green color, sometimes veined with darker shades. Its hue is reminiscent of azurite , another natural stone with which it is often associated. Malachite is still used in jewelry and ornamentation thanks to its natural beauty and unique properties .
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
Distinctive features
Color: Light green to olive green, sometimes veined with darker shades
Transparency: Opaque
Luster: Silky to adamantine
Formation and deposits
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Se forme en masses compactes, botryoïdes, stalactites, cristaux prismatiques
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Gisements importants: Afrique, Amérique du Sud, Europe, Asie
Varieties of malachite
Satin malachite
Fibered malachite
Pseudomorphic malachite
Malachite: A powerful protection stone
Malachite is a natural stone revered for centuries for its protective and healing properties . Considered the most powerful mineral of the new millennium, it absorbs negative energies and relieves physical and emotional pain .
A symbol of femininity and sensuality
Associated with the goddess Venus, malachite embodies beauty, seduction, and sensuality. In ancient times, it was used to ease menstrual pain and facilitate childbirth.
A stone with ancient origins
Ancient Egypt: Used as eyeshadow and pigment for wall paintings.
Ancient Rome: Symbol of luck and prosperity.
Middle Ages: Worn as an amulet to protect against evil spirits.
Malachite in world cultures
Africa: Associated with luck and fortune.
South America: Used to purify the mind and body.
Asia: Symbol of wisdom and spirituality.
Malachite: Benefits and virtues for the body and mind
Heart chakra.
Cognitive and mental improvement
Reduces stress and nervous tension
Reveals mental blockages and promotes their release
Releases anxieties and inhibitions
Provides peaceful and restful sleep
Emotional balance and well-being
Soothes deep sorrows and pains
Revitalizes body and mind
Stimulates 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
Soothes joint pain (tendinitis, sprains)
Relieves muscle and menstrual cramps
