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  Malachite - LoveToKnow 1911
Malachite was perhaps one of the green minerals described by Theophrastus under the general name of 6µapaybos; and according to the late Rev. C.
Malachite is a basic cupric carbonate, represented by the formula CuCO 3 Cu(HO) 2, and has usually been formed by the action of meteoric agencies on other copper-minerals; hence it is found in the upper part of ore-deposits, often as an incrustation, and occasionally as a pseudomorph after cuprite, chalcocite, andc.
Whilst malachite is found in greater or less quantity in most copper-mines, the finer varieties useful for ornamental purposes are of very limited occurrence, and the lapidary has generally drawn his supply from Russia and Australia.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /Malachite   (778 words)

  
 ::MALACHITE::
Malachite was considered a valuable talisman for children and it was thought to protect the wearer from falls and warned them of impending danger by breaking into several pieces.
Malachite is also about change, and it is a great stone for those who do not like change in their lives, because it allows for an easy transition to take place.
Malachite is an opaque, banded stone, the colors in the bands range from a very light green to almost deep green.
www.semiprecious.com /MALACHITE.htm   (374 words)

  
 Malachite gemstone. Description, wares from malachite.
Malachite has received the name from Greek "malache" - malva which coloring of green is similar to color of malachite.
Allocations of ornamental malachite are concentrated in the closed chambers, and its safety from distractive reagents is caused by filling of chambers by clay formations.
Main parameters regulating application of malachite - its decorative qualities and weight of a gemstone, the minimal size - 30 mm in a diameter, maximal - it is unlimited; an output of a faultless stone of 50-100 %.
www.gemstonesgift.com /malachite.html   (461 words)

  
 Malachite and Silky Malachite Specimens - Earth Healing Crystals
Malachite is useful for people on a spiritual path, malachite is also useful in stimulating awareness.
Malachite helps to balance the left and right sides of the brain to be more in harmony with eachother.
Malachite is the secondary mineral in the oxidized zones of copper ore deposits.
www.earthhealingcrystals.com /malachite_healing.html   (172 words)

  
 Malachite Necklace; Harmonizing the Body - Gemstones for Physical Healing   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Malachite's energy moves down and up the inside of the body in a movement that resembles waves, and this wave-like motion is key to its effects.
Malachite's goal is to have every cell playing the note of a harmonious "chord." The music emanating from someone who has worn Malachite spheres for a long time is beautiful.
A Malachite necklace is placed on an ailing area to help dissolve the area's deep-seated disharmonies, to bring the area into greater harmony with the rest of the body, and to improve communication throughout the entire body.
www.gemstonetherapy.com /gem_summaries/malachite_SUM.htm   (947 words)

  
 Malachite Rocks & Minerals - Find Articles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Malachite is perhaps the most familiar of the green minerals, occurring in various shades that range from bright vibrant greens to dark or flish-green.
Malachite is typically massive, forming thick, compact crusts with botryoidal or mammillary surfaces and related stalactitic growths, all typically characterized by somewhat fibrous, color-banded interiors.
Malachite is one of the most common and widespread secondary minerals of copper, occurring in the oxidized portions of copper deposits of all types.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0GDX/is_5_76/ai_78166775   (695 words)

  
 About Malachite Mall
Malachite is a very beautiful gemstone but it is fairly soft and not very resistant to heat.
It is mined because it tends to occur in association with cuprite, the principle ore of copper, and with the native copper itself.
Malachite is a member of the carbonate group of minerals and gemstones.
www.malachitemall.com /MalachiteInfo.asp   (449 words)

  
 Olympus MIC-D: Butterfly Wing Scale Gallery - Malachite
Malachite is a semi-precious green gemstone and the malachite butterfly is so-named because of the pale green translucent patches visible on the upper sides of its wings.
Sexual dimorphism is so pronounced in malachite butterflies that the larger and more lightly colored females are sometimes mistakenly placed in different subspecies than the males of their populations.
In Jamaica and Cuba, malachite butterflies may be observed on mountain slopes sipping nectar from the white flowers of coffee plants.
www.olympusmicro.com /micd/galleries/butterfly/malachiter10.html   (738 words)

  
 MALACHITE (Copper Carbonate Hydroxide)
Carvings and figurines of malachite are almost as common.
Although malachite art is not as precious as jade; it is hard to argue that it is less beautiful.
Malachite is found with many rare copper silicates, halides, phosphates, sulfates and carbonates such as duftite, libethenite, aurichalcite, sphaerocobaltite, kolwezite, shattuckite, atacamite, chalcophyllite, antlerite, conichalcite, rosasite, chalcosiderite, clinoclase, brochantite, graemite, liroconite, mixite and cornetite, to name a few.
mineral.galleries.com /minerals/carbonat/malachit/malachit.htm   (723 words)

  
 Encyclopedia of Gemstones - Malachite. Malachite's color, characteristics of Malachite, varieties of Malachite, ...
Color: Malachite is an opaque, banded stone, the colors in the bands range from a very light green to almost deep green.
Healing ability: Malachite is said to aid in the regeneration of body cells, creates calm and peace, and aids one's sleep.
Malachite is used as a children's talisman to ward off danger and illness.
www.all-that-gifts.com /se/malachite.html   (468 words)

  
 Astrology & Gemstones, Birthstones: Malachite Gem for Capricorn, Scorpio - Gems shop online
Malachite is generally found with blue Azurite, and sometimes the two may occur admixed or banded together, forming what is commonly known in the gem and mineral trade as "Azure-malachite".
Malachite is very popular among mineral collectors, especially interestingly shaped and banded specimens.
Malachite is said to be especially stimulating for the mind and is a good concentration stone to help fix one’s direction for success in practical material matters.
www.findyourfate.com /gemology/gemstones/Malachite.html   (237 words)

  
 Malachite Green - Chemistry
Malachite green (also aniline green, basic green 4, diamond green B, or victoria green B, IUPAC name:4-[(4-dimethylaminophenyl)-phenyl-methyl]-N,N-dimethyl-aniline) is a toxin chemical primarily designed to be a dye and is subsequently used to treat parasites, fungal infections, and bacterial infections in fish and fish eggs.
Malachite green is known to be highly toxic to certain freshwater fish such as tetras, catfish and shark catfish.
Malachite green is used as a biological stain for microscopic analysis of cell and tissue samples.
chemistry.tidalswan.com /index.php?title=Malachite_Green   (1326 words)

  
 About Malachite and Malachite Jewelry
Malachite is the anniversary gemstone for the 13th year of marriage.
Malachite is a fragile stone which is always coated in a protective polish.
In addition, some still consider malachite to be a protective stone good not only for protecting children, but also for protection during pregnancy and childbirth, protection from evil, protection during flying and other travel, and general protection.
www.trinitylondon.com /malachite.asp   (448 words)

  
 AlchemiaNova Gem Elixir of Malachite
Malachite is traditionally associated with Venus, and is a stone of sensuality, enhanced imagination and the ability to express feelings more freely.
Malachite is indicated for tissue regeneration, particularly of the thyroid and the female sexual organs.
Traditionally, Malachite was associated with the goddess Hathor in Egypt, Aphrodite in Greece and Venus in Rome.
alchemianova.com /articles/malachite.html   (858 words)

  
 Hancrafted Malachite Bead Jewelry
Malachite is an oxidized form of copper and is often mined for copper ore. It most commonly occurs as large crusts of microscopic crystals, and to a lesser degree as bundles of thin long splinters
Malachite is always coated with a protective polish, which will wash away when the stone is cleaned with water.
Malachite has long been used as a talisman for children to ward off danger and illness, and was often attached to infant’s cradles.
www.rainbowraes.com /Malachite.htm   (501 words)

  
 Malachite green and formalin
Malachite Green and Formalin are one of the main cornerstones of fish disease treatments having been used for many years against a range of parasites.
Malachite green has powerful anti-fungal properties and is used against Saprolegnia (fungus) either when present on fish or to as a prophylactic treatment to protect fish-eggs from infection.
3.3 grams malachite green dissolved in one litre of formalin: This is used at a rate of 0.015 mls per litre of pond water as a prolonged immersion for general pond use.
www.fishdoc.co.uk /treatments/malachite.htm   (1196 words)

  
 Fine Amber Art Store
Malachite is also helpful psychologically, especially in case of lovesickness.
Malachite is good for enhancing emotional stability and balance in general.
Malachite is a lucky stone for Virgo and Capricorn.
www.fineamberart.com /gem_stones/Metaphysical_And_Care.asp?gem=malachite   (177 words)

  
 Malachite Resource - Autumn Gallery Handmade Malachite Jewelry
Malachite, was used as one of the first green pigments in Egypt and China.
Malachite was being mined in the Sinai Peninsula in 4,000 BC.
Malachite sometimes occurs in rounded (mamillated) nodules, botryoidal shapes, grape shapes, cone shapes, or stalactite and, rarely, encrusted slabs.
www.autumngallery.net /malachite.html   (535 words)

  
 Malachite
Malachite (and Azurite, which is chemically similar) are common secondary copper minerals that frequently occur together.
Malachite and Azurite (also known as Chessylite) have similar chemical compositions, the difference being the ratios between the quantities of the copper and the carbonate and hydroxyl groups.
Malachite has been described [1] as a "stone of transformation" because it is said to help in situations of changing circumstances and to facilitate spiritual development/evolution.
www.ivy-rose.co.uk /Topics/Malachite.htm   (281 words)

  
 Ore Features: Malachite
Malachite is a hydrated carbonate of copper, which means carbon dioxide, copper and water were pressured into forming this gemstone (sorry, a bad attempt at geology humor).
Malachite will take on a number of forms, the most rare are small monoclinic crystal needles (much like a Tourmaline crystal) and prismatic crystals with wedge-like terminations.
Malachite’s historical use as a power stone was to add energy to magical rituals and spells.
www.ozarkrockexchange.com /ore_features/2000/malachite.shtml   (1339 words)

  
 The Four Elements: Earth / Minerals: Science, History, Myths & Lore on Malachite
Malachite, a blue friable stone, was the source of copper in the early smelters.
Metaphysically, Malachite is seen as the supreme helper in the cure for many diseases and ailments, aiding in the revitalization of the entire being and the regeneration of diseased tissue.
The Malachite Palace (1998), one of Ada's original fairy tales, recounts the adventures of a sequestered princess who is not allowed to play with the common people until she is liberated by a tiny bird.
www.mythinglinks.org /ct~landscape~minerals~malachite.html   (3509 words)

  
 Dave's Down To Earth Rock Shop Malachite!!!
Malachite is a secondary ore that occurs in the upper levels of copper deposits.
Malachite was considered to be a talisman particularly appropriate for children.
The swirls in the malachite are said to accelerate the clockwise spinning of the chakras.
www.davesdowntoearthrockshop.com /malachite.htm   (1171 words)

  
 Malachite 4
Malachite is commonly used in inexpensive jewelry and as a carving medium.
Malachite is perhaps the most familiar of the green minerals, occurring as shades of bright vibrant greens to dark or flish-green.
The finest specimens are malachite curls and spirals in tangled aggregates with azurite, strashimirite, brochantite, dolomite, and quartz.
www.und.nodak.edu /instruct/mineral/geol318/webpage/ramfjord/Malachite_4.html   (1264 words)

  
 SDNHM - Malachite
Malachite occurs when carbonated water interacts with copper minerals, or when a solution of copper interacts with limestone.
Malachite is usually found with azurite, a blue secondary mineral of copper.
Malachite is used as a decorative stone, since it is easily cut and polished.
www.sdnhm.org /fieldguide/minerals/malachite.html   (235 words)

  
 MalachiteGreen
Malachite Green is deadly toxic to all marine and freshwater invertebrates, algae, plant-life.
There is a mineral "Malachite" which is not the malachite you're interested in, this is an oxalate or zinc chloride salt that must be zinc-free (otherwise it is deadly toxic to fishes).
Malachite Green should be utilized in a separate treatment tank as it is quickly absorbed by detritus, natural gravels...
www.wetwebmedia.com /malachitegreen.htm   (863 words)

  
 Malachite
Malachite is a powerful healing stone which works to heal the heart as well as the body.
Malachite is one of the few stones that can be used to clear and activate all Chakras.
Malachite is said to help the stomach, liver, kidney stones, respiratory system, immune system, vision and circulatory system.
www.mysticmountainjewelry.com /malachite.htm   (340 words)

  
 eBay Guides - Malachite, Vividly With Green Shade
Malachite was being mined in the Sinai Peninsula in 4000 B.C., and the gemstone was popular with the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans for jewelry and amulets.
Malachite was also a popular ornamental stone in Czarist Russia, where it was used to make the columns of St. Isaac's Cathedral in Leningrad.
Malachite is said to aid in the regeneration of body cells and lend extra energy.
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