MALACHITE CHARACTERISTICS

Origin of the name: Derived from the Latin “malachites” meaning “through” and the ancient Greek “malakhe” meaning “mauve”.

Group of origin: Carbonate

Chemical Composition: Basic copper carbonate CU2CO3(OH)3.

Hardness: Between 3.5 and 4.

Crystal system: Monoclinic

Deposits: Australia, Brazil, Chile, Congo, France, Israel, Rhodesia, Russia, Zaire, United States.

Color(s): Green that varies from pale to very dark.

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Zodiac signs: Sagittarius, Capricorn and Pisces.

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Chakra: 4th chakra