Hardness: 3.5 - 4 Mineral: Copper Carbonate Hydroxide Treatment: None Care: Wash with soapy water. Avoid harsh detergents. Never clean ultrasonically or steam clean.
The name malachite came from the Greek - mallow-green stone - because of its resemblance to the leaves of the Mallow plant. The banding on malachite cabochons is a feature of this copper mineral.