NECKLACES 
Shop now, pay later
Pure Malachite Pendants in Sterling Silver
Pure malachite pendants showcase the deep green banded patterns that form when copper deposits oxidize over millions of years. Our collection of 28,529 malachite pendants features natural stones from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia, the world's primary malachite sources. Each pendant is set in .925 sterling silver and ranges from $16 to $11,402 based on stone size, pattern clarity, and silver weight. We ship free across the United States.
1 to 2 (of 2 pendants) • page: 1 of 1
Talk to Our Jewelry Experts
Monday to Friday from 9AM to 5PM EST
Natural Green Malachite Pendant Collection
Malachite rates 3.5 to 4 on the Mohs hardness scale, making pendant settings ideal since necklaces face less impact than rings or bracelets. The concentric banding you see in each stone results from copper carbonate forming in layers within limestone cavities. No two patterns repeat, which means the pendant you choose carries geological markers specific to its formation site. Our sterling silver settings protect the stone while letting its green color show. Malachite has been mined for over 4,000 years, first in Egypt and Israel, now concentrated in Central Africa's copper belt. The green ranges from pale mint to near-black depending on copper concentration during formation. SilverRush Style has sold natural stone jewelry since 2005. Browse by price, stone size, or setting style to find a malachite pendant that fits your collection.Frequently Asked Questions
Can malachite pendants get wet?
Malachite is sensitive to water and acids due to its copper carbonate composition. Remove your pendant before swimming, showering, or applying lotions to preserve the stone's polish and prevent surface damage.
How can you tell if malachite is real?
Real malachite feels cool to the touch and shows irregular banding patterns with slight color variation. Fake malachite often has repeating, uniform stripes and feels lighter than genuine stone.
Where does malachite come from?
Most commercial malachite today comes from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia in Africa's copper belt. Smaller deposits exist in Russia, Australia, and Arizona.
SHOP MOST POPULAR STONES
SHOP TRENDY JEWELRY
