Physical Characteristics: Malachite is a copper carbonate. Hardness of 3.5 to 4. Found in Zaire, South Africa, Chile, Australia and the U.S. This piece has been carved into a beautiful small box with a lid that could be used for attractively storing any small items. For example, fill it with paper clips and put it on your desk. The lid has "tabs" to help keep it in place. Interior measurements are 3.38 X 2.25 X 1.25 deep.
Metaphysical Properties: Malachite is a great stone for protection from negativity and psychic attacks. It can also balance the emotional energies via the heart chakra.
