Malachite is said to help us during times of turmoil and change. It is believed to aid us in reaching our goals by allowing us to see the obstacles that stand in our path and find ways to overcome these barriers. Malachite is thought to balance emotions, encourage patience, teach responsibility, increase concentration, and relieve stress. It is said to promote spiritual growth, release harmful emotions, foster loyalty, enhance harmony, and heighten intuition. It is even said to protect the wearer from negative energy and physical harm. If you own a business, malachite might be a good gemstone for you, as it is thought to encourage business success and prosperity. Malachite allows us to let go of past hurts and frees us from negative emotions. A word of caution: Malachite is said to intensify feelings, so it should only be worn when you’re feeling positive. Malachite is associated with the Zodiac signs of Aquarius, Virgo, Capricorn, and Scorpio. It is given as a gift for the 13th wedding anniversary.

The metal in this piece is made of a zinc rich pewter. Normally, pewter has greater than 90% tin, but much of the pewter sold today has higher zinc content.