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MALACHITE : The name is derived from the Greek word
"Malakhe" meaning "Mallow", evidently because of the colour. It is also known as
the "Kidney Stone". It is not often used as a gem. It is much admired, as an
ornamental material and is quite highly priced for its category, especially when
the attractiveness of the material is matched by fine workmanship.
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| Appearance
: The colour is always green, varying from a mid green which can be
described as mallow green, to very dark even blackish green. It has a very
striking colour. |
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| Occurrence
: Large quantities are found in Africa, Australia, Russia, U.S.A.,
Zambia |
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| Substitute :
It has not been imitated and is not produced
synthetically. |
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| Chemical
Composition :
HYDRATE COPPER CARBONATE. |
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