Malachite Chrysocolla Specimen

Chrysocolla is a very popular gemstone in the USA and bears a strong resemblance to turquoise. It has long been regarded as a very peaceful crystal and has been prized by Native Americans as a powerful healing stone and one that increased the body's resilience and resistance. The Egyptians also prized it for its protective and peaceful energy, including the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra.
Malachite was well-loved by the Egyptians - they used it extensively in jewelry and carvings. It is even mentioned in their hieroglyphs as being essential to their gods. It has been prized by other civilizations for its beauty as an ornamental gemstone - the Russians even used Malachite to create the columns of a cathedral in St Petersburg! Traders and merchants in ancient times wore malachite during business deals and to attract prosperity. In Italy, triangular pieces of Malachite were worn to ward off the Evil Eye.
Its green coloring comes from its strong copper content - always wash your hands after handling.