I’m probably not the one to ask about that. With my hair it’s pretty much anything goes.
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Hi, just wanted to ask everyone do you think malachite gets darker with time or lighter? Wanted to get the 3 motif earrings and was wondering if I should get a lighter green or a darker green for the same
I saw this SO Magic pendant in WG with Malachite posted by the lovely @helenhandbag (on Instagram)
I never thought of this combo before. What's everyone opinion on WG and Malachite?
I want to ask my SA if it is possible to SO that!
I never thought of this combo before. What's everyone opinion on WG and Malachite?
I want to ask my SA if it is possible to SO that!
I think malachite is most beautiful in yellow gold, personally. I think the same about carnelian. Onyx is beautiful in all metals.
You are right! I kept thinking about it last night for so long and I tried on my Magic pendant in Malachite I do believe the YG is nicer with Malachite.
Hello, I brought my lucky bracelet to the boutique to get it shortened and when I picked it up, I noticed that there were hairline scratches on the malachite leaf and some little white spots. My SA told me that it's normal and unique since each stone is different. I don't recall seeing them when I dropped it off and I asked if they could have gotten scratched during the shortening process. He said no.
Is it normal to have hairline scratches on the malachite? I can't feel them when I touch the surface but can definitely see them under the light.
Is it normal to have hairline scratches on the malachite? I can't feel them when I touch the surface but can definitely see them under the light.
I would have filed a complaint. They always say "it's normal and each stone is unique". Also it has been discussed in other topics like severe air lines were presented by SAs as "each item is handmade and piece to piece may vary" when it was obviously a manufacturing defect and looked ugly.
These items are worth a lot of money and my personal expectation is to receive them back in perfect condition and definitely not damaged, especially if you are sure there were no scratches or white spots when you dropped the item off. Additionally, upon receiving the item, the SA has to declare current condition in the service chit stating all defects and what is going to be fixed/replaced. I guess she did not mention white spots?...
I had scratches on my brand new malachite pendant and they replaced it with another one without asking.
the problem is that you don’t know exactly these scratches were before or not, the condition of the bracelet was not indicated before and it will be very difficult to prove that these scratches appeared during maintenance((
from my experience I can say that malachite is a very fragile stone and scratches and spots appeared on my bracelets after 2-3 days
I do agree that Malachite is a fragile stone. It is probably the least worn of my 20 motifs. My malachite is over 15 years old and the striations have definitely faded and/or changed over the years. I do not see any scratches on any of the motifs. I still love it but it is my least worn 20 motif. The green is a beautiful shade however I just do not reach for it often. I have photos someplace of it when I purchased it and now---- and there is difference. None of my other vintage alhambra has changed. Below is a photo of it today I cannot find the photo of it when I purchased it but I think it on my computer in storage ;(. LADY755 - That is awesome they replaced your pendant. that had scratches on it!
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Hi all,
I've just been reading through this thread and was wondering how often you wipe down your malachite jewellery with a cleaning cloth? Do you do it each time you wear it or just every once in a while? With it being such a fragile stone will frequent cleaning with a soft cloth damage it?
Also, if any of the stones go matt is it possible to get them polished to a shine again at VCA?
Finally, I've noted the warning re. getting it wet, but just wondering if anyone has wet their malachite to clean it and what was the result?
Sorry for all the questions. New to malachite and just thinking ahead to how best to maintain it so it looks like new as long as possible.
I've just been reading through this thread and was wondering how often you wipe down your malachite jewellery with a cleaning cloth? Do you do it each time you wear it or just every once in a while? With it being such a fragile stone will frequent cleaning with a soft cloth damage it?
Also, if any of the stones go matt is it possible to get them polished to a shine again at VCA?
Finally, I've noted the warning re. getting it wet, but just wondering if anyone has wet their malachite to clean it and what was the result?
Sorry for all the questions. New to malachite and just thinking ahead to how best to maintain it so it looks like new as long as possible.
I do a quick clean of my single motif necklace in gentle soap and water every few months or so. I've had this necklace for about 2 years and I've had zero issues with it changing colors or the striations fading. Most of the time I just wipe it down with a jewelry cloth after each use.
I think it's worse to leave your body oils, everyday dirt, perfume and lotions on the surface of your Malachite as it can degrade the stone over time.
I would advise against getting the bracelet though as it does come into contact with rough surfaces more so than the earrings and necklace.
Thanks Bisoux78, that's really useful to know l can give it an occasional gentle clean with soap and water. I've been very careful so far to keep it away from any lotion or perfume etc.
Thanks for the warning about the bracelet, but the ship's already sailed, lol. It was love at first sight and l have had it almost 2 weeks now. I've accepted that l may need to replace the stones at some point, but hope to look after it and keep it looking like new for as long as possible.
Thanks for the warning about the bracelet, but the ship's already sailed, lol. It was love at first sight and l have had it almost 2 weeks now. I've accepted that l may need to replace the stones at some point, but hope to look after it and keep it looking like new for as long as possible.
but you know that in boutique they say it is forbidden to wet malachite with water