The malachite It is a precious stone that has a very beautiful and characteristic green color. Because of its great beauty it is widely used in jewelry. Although it is difficult to engrave because it is not very hard, so it tends to break. Despite this, his beautiful green color It has been part of our jewelers for many years.

Already in Ancient Egypt they used its pigments to make up their eyes. In addition, it is considered one of the most important minerals for humanity. When it was discovered that turned into copper when melted by fireit began to be used widely in metallurgy and helped boost the development of the industry.

There are many green stones, but when you are in front of a genuine malachite you will know it by its main characteristic: It has bands of various green tones which can be seen when the stone is carved or polished. It is because of this characteristic natural “print” that it is often used a lot in jewelry. In fact, it is a fun curiosity to know that the base of the Soccer World Cup is made of malachite.

Currently, we have malachite deposits in Morocco, the Congo, Russia or Australia.

Malachite: spiritual meaning

Malachite is said to be the stone of transformation, cleansing and healing. It is a mineral with intense energy that It will help you in moments of love breakup and life changes.

It is a mineral that transmits balance and eliminates blockages helping you stay calm.

It is associated with the heart chakra because they share the characteristic color: green.

The chakras are the energy wheels of the body. Have seven main chakras. Each chakra is located in a different place, which coincides with a gland in the body and has a specific energy and a specific color.

He heart chakra It is located in the center of the chest. It is the chakra related to the ability to love. It manifests itself in love and compassion. The use of malachite is associated with the quality we experience if we unblock the heart chakra, experiencing the release of feelings of sadness and grief.

If you have a malachite nearby, Place it on your chest and take some deep breaths. with the aim of opening your heart and feeling with much more peace and harmony. Also, if you have a rose quartzyou can combine both stones because the more subtle energy of rose quartz will soften the intensity of malachite.

Malachite: properties

Malachite is associated with properties related to psychic abilities and physical healing.

Regarding physical healing, it is popularly said – there are no scientific studies to confirm this – that malachite could help relieve pain placing it on top of the place to be treated. It is said that it also acts shield against electromagnetic radiation and that can reduce inflammation.

It is very important to know that malachite ingestion is toxicso it is not an appropriate stone to prepare, for example, elixirs. On the other hand, it is very beautiful as a decorative amulet or piece of jewelry.

Of course, if you don’t like to wear jewelry, you can carry a small malachite in your pocket or inside your bag. It is not necessary to enjoy it as a decorative element or as a jewel to experience and become aware of its properties.

On a psychic level, it is said that malachite has the property of helping you sharpen the perception of the senses. There is only one way to check it: by carrying a small malachite on you for a few days. Will you feel sharper? You’ll explain it to us!

Also, it is said that promotes meditation and calms fears and insecurities. During your meditative practice you can hold a malachite, especially when you enjoy a meditation to calm anxiety or fear. The amulet itself will anchor you and help you enter more into the exercise.

Malachite: care and how to clean it

To clean your malachite we recommend that you put it under the tap. A few seconds in contact with running water is enough for it to clean. Do not apply salt, as it could scratch the piece. you could also pass it through the smoke of incense as it is believed to have energy cleansing properties. He cleaning ritual you can practice it once a monthit is not necessary more often.

Please note that as it is a soft stone, It is fragile and sensitive to heat. You should not fear, it will not break easily, but you do have to take it into account so that your piece lasts for many years and is beautiful.

We hope that these tips encourage you to really enjoy your beautiful green malachite!