Etymology and properties
The name malachite comes from the ancient Greek "malaikhé", meaning translated as "mauve". This is not the name of the mauve color, but of the plant named "mallow", (a plant with magnificent relatively soft green leaves).
An alternative hypothesis indicates that the origin of the name malachite comes from from the Greek "Malachos" meaning "soft" in reference to the softness of the stone. It is often this interpretation, which is withheld.
Malachite belongs to the carbonate family. This stone is in fact a true carbonate copper hydrate. It has a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, which makes it a soft stone. Working with it in jewelry requires skill to avoid breakage or scratch it.
This stone can be easily recognized by this green, more or less less dark, more or less light, dotted with light or black veins. Its color green is due to the presence of copper. More rarely, malachite sometimes takes the form of prismatic crystals.
Storytelling and legends
Contrary to many stones, malachite possesses many many stories, legends and myths to its active. The first uses of malachite are dated at minus 4,000 BC. We can its history goes back to the Night of the time. For thousands of years, malachite has been used by many civilizations for specific therapeutic, medicinal purposes, cosmetology and decoration.
At the time of ancient Egypt, the venerable green stone is the symbol of rebirth and youth. and good health. For the Egyptians, death is the sign of a new life. They even refer to the afterlife as the malachite domain.
Egyptian women wore malachite amulets bearing the effigy of Thouéris, patron goddess of the maternity. On a daily basis, malachite is crushed and is used for cosmetics (eye shadow). is reputed to relieve infections eyes.
The Ancient Greeks considered malachite to be a stone of power. protection with numerous medicinal virtues. Combatants wore it as an amulet on their hands. war. The Greeks also discovered delicate and meticulous engraving of cameos in malachite. Then, malachite was widely used in the creation of ornamentation for facades, lounges and corridors. We decorate the temple of Artemis in Ephesus, one of the seven wonders of the world, with malachite.
In civilization malachite has often been confused with with chrysocolla. However, Pliny the Elder (23 A.D. - 79 A.D.), the famous naturalist, describes it perfectly in his encyclopedia Natural History. The Romans offered malachite in the form of pendants children to protect them from lightning in the event of an accident. storm.
At the time of the In the Middle Ages, curious faculties were attributed to the to malachite, including the ability to understand animals! However, Jean de Mandeville (early century - 1372), a famous explorer, described the malachite and attributes the same virtues to it: protecting children from bad luck, against enemy wounds and certain diseases.
At that time, the malachite, imported from the Near East, is reduced in size. powdered, then used to tint the green of icons, wall frescoes and the illuminations.
Nowadays, many numerous malachite creations are visible all over the world. In the United States 1819, the French sculptor Pierre-Philippe Thomire creates the bronze ornamentation for the Demidof vase in malachite veneer, height 1.71 m.
In France, there are even the Salon des Malachites at the Château du Grand Trianon at Versailles. Most of the objects malachite ornaments, visible in the museums and castles, come from deposits that have been of Russian malachite, in particular those from the the Urals.
Les deposits
The main deposits are located in the Congo, Australia Canada, Germany, Mexico, etc.
Les benefits of malachite in lithotherapy
His psychological benefits
Malachite, through its green color, restores energy and vitality vitality. In spring, nature reveals greens in all shades, from light to dark green dark. Spring symbolizes renewal. This the green color of malachite brings hope and serenity. It helps combat stress and anxiety.
Wearing malachite gives vitality and energy. It makes you want to have projects and put them achieve. It helps to overcome life's difficulties. This stone is a real moral support.
It encourages the change and improve relationships with others. It opens the door to others, reinforces compassion, empathy. The person does listening and understanding. Visit dialogues and relationships are quality.
Malachite enhances persuasive power by providing a clear, concise and structured. It allows develop self-confidence and self-esteem of oneself too. This stone radiates powerful positive waves.
Placed in a bedroom, it helps to banish gloomy thoughts and engenders restful, soothing sleep. It effectively combats intense sadness.
Ses physical benefits
Malachite enables release emotional and affective blockages buried by our psyche throughout our lives. life. In this way, the anxieties, fears and fears are overcome and evacuated.
Malachite restores the urge to drink lots of water during the day. This promotes elimination and how the solar plexus chakra works.
Malachite is reputed to promote healthy circulation body fluids. It is also said to has proven effective against transport.
Malachite and astrological signs associates
Malachite has powerful regenerative properties on all the natives of the zodiac. However, certain astrological signs are more receptive than others. This is the case for following signs :
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Taurus symbol of earth and fertility and obstinacy. This sign represents loyalty, possessiveness and tenacity. The wearing malachite brings him well-being and serenity. This sign is reliable and realistic. He's very tenacious and he's practically impossible to change his mind. He is materialistic, loves to own land and real estate. He demonstrates a great generosity with those around them. We speak abundance and luxury. He loves parties and pleasures. He has strong ideas. Very well-balanced, he knows exactly what he wants in life. He is said to be loyal and honest his word is gold. In love, he is very tactile and loves to caress. Its sensuality makes an excellent lover. He seeks the love of his life. When he finds it, he's very faithful and eager to start a family ;
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Scorpion symbol of death, of the transformations and instinct. This sign represents mystery, sexual desire and passion. Wearing malachite reinforces her ability to listen and understand others. He has the ability to identify his interlocutor psychologically and can go to the point of manipulation. He has a taste for success and is a formidable adversary. Nothing no one can resist it. He can become sadistic, violent and tyrannical. He's unforgiving of betrayal and vengeance is terrible. He's a mysterious person, hard to pin down. He hides his naturalness affectionate and tender under a rather cold. Determined, he always finishes what he starts. has begun. In the event of disagreement, it's best to give up the game, because he won't give in. At He's passionate and magnetic. He hypnotizes its prey. He needs to possess them totally. He seeks to merge with his partner. Once all the experiences he settles down and looks for love. of his life;
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Capricorn a symbol of ambition, determination and willpower and perseverance. This sign represents maturity, wisdom and social climbing. Wearing a malachite soothes the skin and helps combat negative emotions. This sign is organized and very methodical. He shows maturity relatively early. He knows exactly what he wants to do in life and makes every effort to achieve his goals. He's a hard worker and he doesn't count the hours he spends working to satisfy his superiors. He needs professional recognition. It is very secret and not easily revealed. We can sometimes call him psychorigid. But underneath his mask of coldness, he hides his hypersensitivity. In love, he is very complexed and untrusting. He can't to let go. He is uncomfortable during displays of affection. Sometimes he gives up certain relationships in order to avoid suffering. Over the years, he has grown insurance and can now look forward to build a lasting relationship.
Malachite and chakras
Malachite helps balance the throat chakra. This chakra is located on the seventh vertebra. cervical. This balanced throat chakra provides good elocution and a clear voice harmonious. The speech is clear, precise and easy to understand. The person communicates very with those around her. She listens to others with great empathy and compassion. She is very serene.
The chakra of the unbalanced throat, too open, causes the lack of self-confidence. The person is and drowns those around him in a flood of ironic words. Her speech is incomprehensible. She can become aggressive and nasty.
The chakra of the blocked throat stops expression and leads to fear of being judged. The person prefers to tary. If it expresses itself, it can be and vulgar. She is shy, complex and nervous. She tends to stammer.
Maintenance, purification and recharging of the malachite
In his natural environment, malachite purifies and is recharged using the elements that surrounding her. But since her extraction can no longer do it. So, as soon as he arrived at in your home, perform the following operations next steps. Repeat these actions for your stone about once a year. months.
Avoid putting your stone in contact with water or salt. Purify it either by fumigation with white sage, either in a Tibetan bowl, or with the in-ground burial technique for about a week.
Recharge it at the the moon's rays (avoid full moon days). moonlight and sunlight). You can also place it on a quartz cluster or on an amethyst geode for 24 hours.
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