Beautiful green malachite

Malachite is a copper carbonate with a beautiful green color.

Copper belt in Africa

The oxidation of copper deposits gives malachite its typical green color. The mineral is most common at the edges of these oxidation zones. The most beautiful Malachite is found on the edge of the copper belt in Africa. This is called the Malachite belt and it stretches from the province of Katanga in Congo to Zambia.

Malachite as a gemstone

Malachite has been known as a gemstone for centuries. In ancient Egypt the stone was already processed into an amulet or decorative object. Malachite objects have also been found among the ancient Greeks and Romans. It was also soon discovered that malachite powder could be used as a coloring agent.

Effect of malachite

Malachite helps to strengthen friendships and optimizes empathy. Shame and inhibitions are reduced and hidden feelings are brought out. Malachite is also a great stone for trauma processing.