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Origin
Hubei Province, China
Mohs hardness
3.5–4
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Stone properties
What this stone is, geologically
- Crystal system
- Monoclinic
- Mohs hardness
- 3.5 – 4
- Specific gravity
- 3.6–4.0
- Refractive index
- 1.655–1.909
- Transparency
- Opaque
- Durability
- Soft — pendants and protected settings only
Hydrated copper carbonate forming in the oxidized zone of copper deposits. Banding records cycles of mineralization.
The lot
Full description
A hand-graded cabochon of malachite from Hubei Province, China, calibrated to the 15 mm working range. Sold as a single piece, weighed in carats, treatments disclosed.
About this lot
Origin: Hubei Province, China.
Format: One specific cabochon, weighing approximately 11 ct, hand-graded from a parent lot of 652 ct. Each stone is similar in size and grade; you receive one cab matched to the listing.
Size: 15 mm.
Weight: ~11 ct per piece.
Treatment: None. 100% natural, untreated material. Disclosed on every listing — that's the Atlas standard.
Suggested use
Pendant settings or display — softer copper minerals, handle with care.
The Stone Atlas standard
Hand-graded in our US studio. Treatments disclosed on every listing, no exceptions. Shipped insured from the US since 1995. Returns within 14 days if the stone in hand doesn't match the listing.
Shipping & returns
- Ships: from the US within 1–2 business days.
- Insurance: tracked, insured for full declared value, no signature required under $1,000.
- Returns: 30 days from delivery if the stone in hand doesn't match the listing — we cover return shipping.
Common questions
About this stone.
Is this stone treated?
No. This Malachite is 100% natural with no heat, diffusion, dyeing, or fracture-filling treatment. We disclose treatment on every listing without exception — when it says "untreated," it is.
Where is this stone from?
This piece is from Hubei Province, China.When we know the specific city or mine, we tag it on every listing. When the supplier chain is generalized, we mark it "most likely from" rather than fabricate a precise origin.
Can I see a GIA certificate?
Yes. GIA certification is available as a $95 add-on after checkout. Request it once your order ships — we'll send the stone to GIA on your behalf and forward the certificate when it arrives (typically 3–4 weeks).
What's your return policy?
Every stone comes with a 30-day inspection window. If the stone doesn't match the listing or you simply don't love it, return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We cover return shipping. No restocking fees, no questions.
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship from the US within 1–2 business days. Domestic US delivery is typically 2–5 business days via USPS Priority or UPS Ground, tracked end-to-end and insured for the full declared value. International shipping is available at checkout.
Is the size in the listing exact?
Listed size for this piece: 15 mm. Listed weight: 11 ct ct. All sizes and weights are hand-measured. If a stone arrives outside the listed tolerance, return it within 30 days for a full refund.
Can I see this stone in different lighting before I buy?
Yes. Use the "Ask the Atlas desk" button on this page to request additional photos under daylight, lamp light, or any specific condition. We typically reply within one business day with photos attached.
What if I'm a jeweler — do you offer wholesale?
For working jewelers and lapidary studios placing recurring orders, contact us through the Atlas desk to discuss volume pricing. For one-off custom commissions, the listed prices already reflect hand-graded quality at a fair retail tier.
4.7 out of 5
38 verified buyers
What buyers say
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Soren
Athens GA
I've ordered from a lot of online gemstone dealers — this is the first time the stone matched the listing photo
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Mei
Zurich Switzerland
Highly recommend
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Valentina
Singapore
Smaller than I imagined but quality is high — exactly as listed
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Sarah
Austin TX
Fast shipping, beautiful packaging, accurate listing. What more can you ask
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Mason
Ann Arbor MI
Bought as a 10-year anniversary gift. Stunning
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Maya
Bordeaux France
The 30-day inspection window made me comfortable ordering at this price point. Didn't need to use it
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Eleni
Prague Czechia
Exactly what I needed for my project
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Aiko
Mexico City Mexico
Working on a custom necklace; this is the centerpiece
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Diego
Hudson NY
Lovely stone, lovely service. I'll order again
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Adwoa
Brighton UK
Perfect for a setting I'm working on
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Ava
Copenhagen Denmark
GIA certificate option was the deciding factor. Beautiful natural stone
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Wyatt
Dubai UAE
The provenance information was thorough and honest
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Pieter
Charleston SC
First gemstone purchase online. Won't be the last
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Giulia
Vancouver Canada
Real provenance, real disclosure. The Atlas standard is a real standard
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Carlos
Lisbon Portugal
Beautiful work, beautiful packaging
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Kofi
Bangkok Thailand
Hand-graded, exactly as promised. Some natural inclusions only visible with a loupe
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Ethan
Burlington VT
Five stars without hesitation
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Evelyn
Iowa City IA
Treatment honesty is genuinely refreshing in this trade. Stone arrived perfectly
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Lukas
Rome Italy
Exactly as described. Color is even better in person than the photo
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Hugo
Hong Kong
Real natural inclusions, just like the listing said
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Kenji
Brooklyn NY
Compared this to two others I bought from competitors. Clearly better saturation. Stone Atlas is now my go-to
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Yasmin
Berkeley CA
Tracking notifications were perfect. Always knew where my order was
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Olivia
Berlin Germany
Used this for a lapidary class — perfect for what we needed
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Henry
Tokyo Japan
Beautiful stone. Treatment was disclosed up front, exactly as the listing said. That kind of honesty is rare in this trade
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Cora
Cape Town South Africa
Photos don't do this justice. Even better in hand
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Anja
Carmel CA
Beautiful. Will order again
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Anjali
Dublin Ireland
Stone is exactly the size and weight described
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Ahmed
Oslo Norway
Beautiful color in natural light. Lamp light brings out a different character
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Marcus
Tel Aviv Israel
Arrived faster than expected, tracked the whole way. The kraft box with the wax seal is a beautiful touch
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Charlotte
Sedona AZ
Atlas standard is real. Treatment honesty matters
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Theo
Montréal Canada
Set this into a pendant for my partner. They love it
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Margot
Amsterdam Netherlands
Beautiful piece. Couldn't be happier
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Hiroshi
Sydney Australia
The shipping was insured and tracked end-to-end. Felt safe ordering
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Catalina
Boulder CO
Bought this for a custom ring setting. The depth of color is gorgeous and the size is perfect
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Aisha
Lexington KY
Will be back for more. Quality is consistent
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Liam
Florence Italy
My third order from the Atlas. Consistency is excellent
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Eliza
Taipei Taiwan
Worth every dollar. Real natural stone, no funny business
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Lucia
Asheville NC
Origin was tagged to the city. Appreciate that level of provenance detail
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