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MALACHITE

With its hypnotic curves and deep green streaked with lighter scrolls, Malachite is a natural eye-catcher. Known since ancient times, it symbolizes change, regeneration and feminine power. It is found in ritual objects, frescoes and pigments, but also as a protective talisman in many civilizations. Associated with luxuriant nature and the energy of renewal, it fascinates by its organic beauty as much as by its symbolism.

GEM TYPE
COPPER CARBONATE
FAMILY
CARBONATE
COLOR(S)
BRIGHT GREEN, DARK GREEN
MOHS SCALE
3.5 - 4

GEOGRAPHICAL ORIGIN

Democratic Republic of Congo

Major deposits

Russia
Australia
Mexico
Namibia
Malachite's green color is due to the high concentration of copper in its crystalline structure, which oxidizes on contact with air and water over time.

A little history

Malachite was widely used in ancient Egypt for its protective properties. It adorned amulets placed over the hearts of mummies and was used as a green eye shadow, symbolically protecting the eyes. In the Middle Ages, it was ground to create green pigments used in book illumination. In Russia, the Tsars erected huge malachite columns and fireplaces in their imperial palaces, notably in the famous "Malachite Hall" in St. Petersburg's Winter Palace.

LITHOTHERAPY

In serious lithotherapy, Malachite is recognized for its transformative and protective effects:

Change support
It is said to accompany major life transitions by encouraging decision-making and letting go.
Emotional sponge
It absorbs negative emotions and old or unconscious fears.
Energy protection
Traditionally used as a talisman against harmful energies or toxic influences.
Work on blockages
It helps to bring up buried emotions in order to release them and regain fluid circulation.
Associated astrological signs
Scorpio, Capricorn, Libra.
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