Malachite is a copper carbonate mineral that has a vivid green color. The gemstone’s name derives from the Greek word “malachi” for the mallow plant due to its resemblance to its leaves. Malachite has been known since antiquity for its beneficial properties.
All minerals used for the creation of our kombolois are mostly gemstones used to craft jewelry. Please treat your komboloi with care. Inclusions, cracks and breakage surfaces are a natural phenomenon and should never be associated with wear and tear.