Description
Malachite Slab ===
Size: H = 7 cm W = 6 cm D 2.5 cm, 190gr
Its name is believed to come from the Greek words “molochitis lithos,” meaning “mallow green stone,” due to its resemblance to the leaves of the mallow plant.
## Physical and Metaphysical Properties of Malachite
Malachite is a relatively soft and brittle stone, ranking between 3.5 and 4 on the Mohs scale of hardness.
It is often found in deep underground caverns, typically above large copper ore deposits.
Historically, malachite was used as a pigment, and ancient Egyptians used it as eye paint.
It is a popular gemstone and collectible crystal.