Malachite Stone
There malachite is a basic copper carbonate, distinguished by its light green to olive green color, sometimes veined with darker shades. Its color is reminiscent of that of azurite, another one natural stone with which it is often associated. There malachite is still used in jewelry and ornamentation thanks to its natural beauty and its virtues unique.
Mineralogy: Malachite
Tiger's eye belongs to the quartzite family, a metamorphic rock composed mainly of quartz . Its formation is the result of alchemy.
Of fibrous origin, tiger's eye is born from crocidolite , a variety of asbestos with blue fibers.
Oxidation and transformation over time, crocidolite oxidizes.
The iron it contains transforms into iron oxides , notably limonite, giving the stone its golden and brown hues.
Quartz then grows around the oxidized crocidolite fibers , retaining their fibrous structure.
It is this phenomenon of pseudomorphosis that creates the shimmering effect so characteristic of tiger's eye .
Physical and chemical properties
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Chemical composition: Basic copper carbonate (Cu2CO3(OH)2)
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Hardness: 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale
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Density: 3.9 to 4.1 g/cm³
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Crystal system: Monoclinic
Formation and deposits
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Se shape in compact masses, botryoids, stalactites, prismatic crystals
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Important deposits: Africa, South America, Europe, Asia
Malachite: A powerful protective stone
Malachite is a natural stone revered for centuries for its protective virtues and curative. Considered the most powerful mineral of the new millennium, it absorbs negative energies and relieves physical pain and emotional.
Malachite: Benefits and virtues for the body and mind
Heart chakra.
Cognitive and mental improvement
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Reduces stress and nervous tension
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Reveals mental blockages and promotes their release
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Frees from anxieties and inhibitions
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Get a peaceful sleep and repairer
Emotional balance and well-being
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Soothes deep sorrows and sorrows
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Revitalizes body and mind
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Stimulate it creativity and inspiration
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Develops intuition and clairvoyance
Physical support and vitality
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Stimulates the spleen and pancreas
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Strengthens the heart and blood circulation
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Promotes tissue regeneration and healing
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Soothe them joint pain (tendinitis, sprains)
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Relieves muscle and menstrual cramps
Tips for using Tiger's Eye
Wearing tiger's eye as jewelry : necklace, bracelet , pendant ... Direct contact with the skin allows you to benefit from its energies.
Meditation: Holding a tiger's eye in your hand during meditation amplifies concentration and protection.
Placement in the environment: Placing a tiger's eye stone in your living or working space harmonizes the space and promotes a positive atmosphere.
Associated Chakras: Solar Plexus (3rd Chakra) – promotes self-confidence and willpower.
Purification and recharging: Regularly purify your tiger's eye with clear water or sage smoke.
Recharge it in sunlight or on a quartz cluster.
Note: Lithotherapy is a complementary approach and does not replace medical advice.
