Malachite is a bright green copper mineral with bands and rings of paler green. It has been used very successfully to alleviate arthritic joint pain.

The action can be quite strong. It is has a powerful transformative energy, and can assist in clearing energies that have been stuck for a long time. It can help to clear long term heartache and deep seated grief that has not been able to release.

It has a strong link with nature, and this can bring support if the experience of release is challenging.