Malachite is a copper carbonate mineral. It 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. It symbolizes creativity, favorable changes, coordinates the mind with the soul, attracts money, increases receptivity and strengthens mental powers. It is found in copper sulphide ore deposits in the Urals, America and Australia.
Inclusions, cracks and breakage surfaces are a natural phenomenon and should never be associated with wear and tear.