{"title":"Malachite Bracelets","description":"\u003cp\u003eBanded green malachite beads, cut from a stone that grows in concentric layers the way tree rings do. Malachite is copper carbonate and measures 3.5–4 on the Mohs scale, so it is one of the softer stones we sell — every listing states whether the beads are stabilised, and care notes are kept short and specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead the \u003ca href=\"\/es\/blogs\/crystal-encyclopedia\"\u003ecrystal encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e for mineralogy, hardness and treatment notes on each stone.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"malachite-bracelet-natural-banded-green-beads","title":"Malachite Bracelet — Natural Banded Green Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eMalachite is copper carbonate, and the green bands are layers of growth in the same way tree rings are. It forms where copper ore weathers, which is why it is found alongside azurite. At 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale it is soft for a bracelet, and a lot of bead material is stabilised with resin so the surface does not flake — this listing says what applies to the batch in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural malachite (copper carbonate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single loop, elastic, no clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5-4 (soft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout malachite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalachite is copper carbonate, and the green bands are layers of growth in the same way that tree rings are. It forms where copper ore is weathered, which is why it is found in the same deposits as azurite. The stone measures only 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs scale, so it is soft for a bracelet, and much of the material sold as beads has been stabilised with resin to stop the surface from flaking — untreated malachite is available but is more fragile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit and sizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a single loop, elastic bracelet on elastic with no clasp, and fits approx. 15-18 cm (5.9-7.1 in) wrist. Because the core is elastic it rolls on over the hand, so there is nothing to fasten one-handed. If you need a specific length, message us before ordering and we will tell you what is in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalachite is soft, porous and sensitive to acid, so treat it gently: no soaking, no swimming, no perfume or hairspray, and no ultrasonic or steam cleaning. Wipe with a dry soft cloth. Because the stone contains copper carbonate, avoid breathing dust if a bead ever breaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed in 1-3 business days from our Shenzhen studio. Standard delivery to the US takes 10-20 business days and costs $8; shipping is free on orders over $70. Express delivery is $15. A tracking number is emailed once the parcel is handed to the carrier. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unworn pieces in their original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the pattern natural?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Malachite grows in concentric layers and the banding is that growth record. It is one of the few green stones where the pattern cannot be printed or dyed convincingly, because the bands run through the stone rather than sitting on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the beads stabilised?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch of the bead material in the trade is resin-stabilised to stop the surface flaking, and untreated malachite is available but more fragile. If you need untreated material specifically, ask before ordering and we will tell you what we can confirm for the batch in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow careful do I need to be?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite. No soaking, no swimming, no perfume or hairspray, and no ultrasonic or steam cleaning. Wipe with a dry soft cloth. The stone contains copper carbonate, so avoid breathing dust if a bead ever breaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed in 1-3 business days from our Shenzhen studio. Standard delivery to the US takes 10-20 business days and costs $8; shipping is free on orders over $70. Express delivery is $15. A tracking number is emailed once the parcel is handed to the carrier. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery on unworn pieces in their original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/new-arrivals\"\u003eNew arrivals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/bracelets\"\u003eAll crystal bracelets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/es\/blogs\/journal\/sterling-silver-crystal-bracelet-guide\"\u003eSterling silver bracelet guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vincryst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52480361988391,"sku":"VIN-CB-022","price":27.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/2011\/1143\/files\/VIN-CB-022-01.jpg?v=1793290011"}],"url":"https:\/\/vincryst.com\/es\/collections\/malachite.oembed","provider":"Vincryst","version":"1.0","type":"link"}