Green agate and malachite gemstone earrings

Description

PRODUCT DETAILS

•Stones:
Green Agate
Malachite
•Metal: Gold plated sterling silver
•Stone Color:
Green Agate: Bright green
Malachite: Green shades
•Stone Shape:
Green Agate: Spherical
Malachite: Cylindrical
•Stone Size:
Green Agate: 0.3cm
Malachite: 1cm x 0.4cm
•Earring Length: ~ 6cm

STONE DETAILS

Agate:
The name which this mineral bears, originates from the ancient Greek name of the river in Sicily, where agate was first discovered. Agate is a variety of chalcedony, belonging to the family of microcrystalline quartz. It is a silicate mineral with a chemical formula SiO₂   (silicon dioxide) and it belongs to the tectosilicate group. Agate is characterized by the trigonal crystal system and the hardness of 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale. Generally, there are many varieties of Agate, which come from different places around the world and occur in a wide range of colors. Agate is derived from many different places, including Brazil, the USA, Africa, India, Uruguay, Peru and Mexico.  The blue colour of the slice of Agate is a result of a special process.

Malachite:
The name given to this mineral is derived from the green plant marshmallow, due to its rich green color. Malachite is a copper mineral and it belongs to the category of carbonate minerals. It is characterized by the monoclinic crystal system and the hardness of 3,5-4 on the Mohs scale. Its color denotes the presence of copper. Malachite can be found in areas such as Congo (fibrous Malachite), Zambia, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Kazakhstan, the USA, Australia, France and the Ural Mountains.

STONE PROPERTIES

Agate:
Agate is a grounding stone that is believed to gradually remove negative energy and promote emotional stability. It is thought to provide courage, strength, confidence, and patience while helping to balance the aura. Agate enhances inner peace and self-awareness, offering a sense of stability and protection. Some believe it helps maintain vital energy and overall balance in the body. In the zodiac sphere Agate is associated with the zodiac signs of Libra, Scorpio, Taurus, and Capricorn.

Malachite:
Malachite is known as the stone of transformation. It concentrates on love, peace, power, and success. It dispels fear, negative energies and emotional blockages. It promotes objectivity, spiritual growth, discernment, a giving nature, and self expression. Moreover, Malachite enhances self-confidence and provides emotional balance. It is said to help with headaches, and sleep difficulties. Furthermore, it is believed that Malachite helps to confront muscular and skeletal problems. In the zodiac sphere, malachite is associated with the zodiac signs of Taurus, Scorpio, Capricorn, Leo, and Pisces.