Weight first: 24.55 carats at Rs. 3,380 gives about Rs. 138 per carat. For malachite that is a moderate rate, and it reflects the size of the piece rather than any rarity. Larger malachite is easier to find than larger emerald, so the per-carat figure here stays modest.

Colour and surface

The stone comes from Afghanistan and shows deep green with distinct banded patterns. It is opaque, so the beauty is all in the pattern and the polish. Ask for photographs from different angles if the outline matters to you.

A wax or resin finish is routine on malachite, and we will share what we know about this exact stone if you message us on WhatsApp.

For setting, remember the hardness of 3.5 to 4. A bezel in silver protects the edges, and a pendant keeps the stone away from daily wear. Quote GS-000325 when you write, and see more in the malachite range or the malachite buying guide.

If you are buying as a gift, a small silver bezel pendant is a simple way to turn this piece into something wearable without hiding the banding.

Order with Cash on Delivery anywhere in Pakistan: open the parcel, check the stone, then pay. If it is not right for you, you have 7 days to return it.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural malachite with a weight of 24.55 Carat. Its price is Rs. 3,380 — roughly Rs. 138 for each carat. Origin: Afghanistan. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-000325 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

On the Mohs scale malachite rates 3.5 to 4. That makes it soft for a gemstone, better suited to pendants, earrings and rings for special occasions than to a daily ring. Keep it away from perfume, cleaning products, steam and ultrasonic cleaners, and polish it with a dry, soft cloth after wear.

Whoever you buy malachite from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every malachite for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Malachite is commonly waxed or resin-polished to protect its soft surface. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.