Malachite is best managed in silver jewelry and worn in the month of May.
The names and varieties of malachite are copper greens, satin ore, plicate malachite, peacock stone.
Deposits of malachite. Abroad, malachite can be found in copper deposits in Australia, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Romania, USA (Arizona) and Chile. In the Russian territory, malachite is mined in the Urals. Kazakhstan is also a copper deposit of this mineral.
To date, the world market malachite supplies Zaire, which is the main supplier. Part of the malachite is immediately processed on the spot, the rest of it comes raw to the markets.
Malachite spread widely around the globe. Associated with cuprite, azurite, native copper. You can meet, as a rule, in the oxidation zone of copper ore deposits, which lie in limestones.
Malachite is considered a valuable copper ore used in industry, however, its importance is limited by the fact that the mineral deposits are collected in the upper layers of the copper deposit, often oxidized and rapidly produced.
A valuable ornamental stone is dense malachite, which has a beautiful pattern of zonal structure, and it is used in the production of decorative and artistic products.
The malachite mined in the Urals, not far from Ekaterinburg, is highly valued. It was from the Ural copper deposits that malachite was used for the cladding of countertops, vases, pilasters, fireplaces of the Malachite Hall of the Winter Palace. In addition, in St. Petersburg this kind of malachite was used for the facing of the St. Isaac's Cathedral.
Application. Due to the fact that malachite has attractive coloring, good polishability, beautiful pattern, it is widely used in the manufacture of cabinet decor - the bases of vases, table lamps, ashtrays, caskets.
In the 18-19 centuries in Russia, malachite, the "Russian mosaic" method, columns, mantel planks, pilasters, large floor vases, countertops, clocks and many other objects from the palace interior were lined. More than 200 items made from malachite are stored in the Malachite Hall of the Hermitage.
To date, malachite has retained its popularity among ornamental and jewelry stones, and this despite its instability and low hardness. Malachite makes beads. Grind it with barely bulging plaques or cabochon. Malachite is also used in the production of small cabinet decorations, stands for candlesticks, caskets, ashtrays, watches and small figures.
During the processing of malachite, experts try to reveal the decorative nature of the mineral as much as possible. Highly valued is the "peacock eye" - eye malachite with thin concentric rings.
In small products it is difficult to see the banding, so malachite can be confused with other opaque green stones, but in large pieces it can not be confused with any other stones.
In Rome, Greece Ancient Egypt from malachite made cameos, beads, amulets and a lot of decorative items. In cosmetics and for drawing in the form of a natural pigment, malachite powder and crushed stone were used.
Therapeutic and magical properties of malachite
Medical properties. Malachite is a good remedy for skin diseases, according to folk connoisseurs. From red spots and allergic rashes, your skin will be able to clean the bracelet from malachite. To improve the growth of hair, folk medicine men advise wearing malachite beads.
Lithotherapists advise using malachite to relieve bronchial asthma attacks, improve vision, and treat eye diseases. Malachite also has its effect on the heart and head chakras. Malachite plates will help in the treatment of rheumatism, for this purpose the plates are placed on sore spots.
Magical properties. Malachite has great magical power. In Russia they believed in such properties of malachite as the ability to fulfill desires. Our ancestors believed that the stone is connected with the higher forces of the universe and carries them to Earth. There were even legends about malachite, as if he could make the master invisible, and give the owner, if he drinks from the malachite vessel, the ability to understand the "speech" of birds and animals.
As it was said, the stone has great magical power and therefore, if it does not work with malachite, then for women it can be very dangerous. The reason lies in the fact that the stone attracts the attention of men so much that the owner of the stone can be subjected to violence. To prevent this from happening, malachite should be sent to silverware, as this neutralizes the aggression of the opposite sex.
Experts advise wearing malachite in May, as this month it is stronger. In addition, it is believed that a stone worn in May, will help get rid of insomnia, melancholy, causeless fears.
Dark green malachite can strengthen and support the spiritual powers of the owner of the stone. He not only harmonizes his inner state, but also the world around the man himself.
Astrologers are recommended to wear malachite especially Libra - they will become more attractive, the stone will give them eloquence, give charm. Categorically it is contraindicated to wear malachite Devachi to Cancers.
Talismans and amulets. Who wants to enhance their attractiveness and charm, it is worth wearing malachite in the form of a talisman. Malachite, rimmed in copper jewelry, will help creative people - writers, musicians, artists. Especially malachite, but only set in platinum, aluminum or silver, is necessary for artists.
Malachite is also considered a children's amulet, they will be protected from sorcery, magic, dangers, diseases, for this the amulet is worn around the child's neck. In addition, malachite contributes to the attention of others, the growth of the child, drives away the disease and melancholy, and reduces pain.
With malachite it is necessary to be careful, since it is deceptive and can attract bad people.