French Hook Earrings Malachite Sterling Silver Tear Drop Earrings.

These Malachite Earrings are gorgeous pieces of hand made Navajo Indian jewelry. These earrings feature hand cut genuine Malachite tear drops. These forest green stones have been set in brilliant Sterling Silver cones which offer a high shine and a touch of elegance. These french hook earrings hang at a length of 1-3/4" including the hooks. Stamped Sterling. Malachite stones will vary slightly, the groups shot shows the variety.

Malachite comes from copper ore, thus exuding a green appearance. Its origin dates back to ancient Egypt and as with several other precious stones, was believed to possess magical powers. It has been found in Zaire, France, England, Rhodesia, New Mexico, and Arizona. It is rare and highly esteemed by mineral collectors for its deep rainforest green hues that often alternate with lighter green hues in a linear pattern. Malachite is used for making beads, carved figurines, and cabochons (cut stones). However, larger quantities have been used in certain palace walls and buildings in Russia.