Beautiful malachite with azurite pendant in silver

Azurite, like malachite, is a copper carbonate and is characterized by a bright blue color.

Azure Blue

Due to its intense color, azurite has been used as a dye for centuries. The name 'azure blue' is also derived from this beautiful blue mineral.

Operation Azurite

Azurite is a healing stone and gives insight. Azurite can help overcome phobias, stress and anxiety. The stone also helps in processing grief.

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 abundant 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 extends from the Katanga province 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 serve 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 an excellent stone for trauma processing.