Malachite in lithotherapy (description and properties)

Malachite: Origin, composition and etymology

The origins of Malachite:

Known since antiquity and copper discovery, Malachiteis appreciated for its intense green colours, attractive shapes and many properties and virtues.

The Egyptians already used it 4000 years ago, especially for manufacturing jewelry, damulets or cosmetic products (stuffed, cream, hair care..). It was also used for purposes decorative elements (paintings, sculptures, decoration objects..), Therapies and medicinal.

If you pass through Paris, you can visit the "Salon des Malachites» at the Grand Trianon CastleVersailles. Beautiful art objects inMalachiteoffered to Napoleon I by Tsar Alexander I in 1807 are exposed to it (vases, vasques...).

Composition and characteristics of Malachite:

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Rather fragile, its hardness lies between3.5and4on the Mohs scale and its density is3.6to4.05.. She is easy to scratch and soluble in acid (slightly soluble in water containing CO2).

Etymology of the term Malachite:

There are several assumptions about the etymology of the wordMalachite. His name would come from the ancient Greek "Moloché/ Malaché, denoting the "purple", a medicinal plant whose leaves have an intense green and patterns similar to Malachite. Some think this name was chosen because Malachite and Mauve have common virtues (anti-inflammatory, soothing...)

Pline described alreadyMalachitealmost there 2000 years“Malachite is not translucent. It is darker and more pronounced than the Emerald. She derives her name from ‘his resemblance’ with the Mauve.»

According to another theory, Malachite would draw its name from the Latin term "Molochitesfrom the Greek word "Malchos",« soft, soft »), with reference to its low hardness.

Where do we find Malachite?

The depositsMalachitethe most productive are Russia and Africa, but they are also found in United States,Brazil,Chile, inAustralia, Morocco, in France or Romania For example.

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The virtues, properties and benefits of Malachite in lithotherapy

Fiche de présentation de la Malachite (description, lithothérapie, propriétés) - Par Charlie's Gems

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♪ Egyptiansbelieved that Malachite was effective in treating, inter alia, eye problems. According to their beliefs, copper contained in Malachite favoured healing of certain diseases and diminished dental pain.

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His revitalizing actiontoneblood circulation and would contribute to cellular regeneration everythingfortifying the immune system.

The symbol of Malachite: chakras and associated zodiac signs

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It symbolizes theprotection,healingand humility.

Recharge and purification

Here is a table repertorianting the different recharging and purification methods minerals:click here

Before choosing, think about how to find out chemical composition and characteristics Your stones. Indeed, some of them, like Malachite,do not support contact with water for example.

Request safe methods such aslunar energy, one Cristal geode or even form waves.

Lithotherapy is not a science or medicine and cannot in any case replace a medical opinion and suitable treatment. The information on this site is the result of numerous testimonies and books dedicated to lithotherapy and not of validated scientific evidence. In addition, some minerals may be toxic or dangerous in the event of contact or ingestion and must be handled with caution.