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 disperses negative energy, and negative feelings, and in this way assists in the battle against depression. It offers protection against the evil eye, and any inclination of dependence or addiction. It provides courage, strength, self knowledge and self confidence, and assists in balancing and stabilizing the aura. It is believed to have a calming effect as it gives relief from pain. In addition, it is charged with toning the sexual organs, the peptic system and aids with eyesight problems. 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.