Jun 08, 2022

All About Men’s Malachite Rings

If you're reading this, you're probably considering a malachite ring. You've seen many solid metal bands, yet you really like the deep green color of malachite. But you just have too many options to pick from. You've probably looked at decorative pieces with crystals in your favorite shape. You've decided that you don't want a traditional solid band, yet still can't choose. Depending on the form of jewelry, you'll also want something comfortable and noticeable. A men's malachite ring is our first pick.

You've likely seen this popular material's green color in every jewelry collection. Malachite stone is a green copper carbonate mineral with a beautiful luster. This gorgeous shade of green to dark green is a popular option that you can select in modern jewelry. You'll see them in beads for earrings, gemstone clusters in rings, and other forms of handmade jewelry. You'll find them as a solid gemstone malachite band around your finger, or as scattered stones in a gorgeous inlay of one's wedding band. These rings have unlimited possibilities with these handmade pieces.

Green malachite jewelry is beautiful with tons of history behind its popularity. Our ancestors used to believe that there were spiritual benefits of malachite. They saw it as a protective gemstone with healing properties. It helps heal emotional pain by absorbing the pain for you.

Malachite rings are becoming much more common for our customers, leading to lots of shopping around and questions. Obviously, we can't prove the spiritual and healing benefits. But people still love the material for its symbolism and versatility. The unique patterns on malachite look exotic and eye appealing.

But what are the downsides to malachite jewelry? How do they hold up against other rings for women and men? Can I wear malachite for every occasion? This article explains why a women's and men's malachite ring is our first pick when you're looking for colorful wedding or engagement rings.

Is A Malachite Ring Safe To Wear?

Malachite jewelry is 100% safe to wear on skin or clothing. A malachite engagement ring around your finger isn't going to cause issues. The only time you have to worry about malachite is if it's raw and freshly collected. The jewelry production process makes it safe to wear, especially since jewelers need to take certain precautions. Raw malachite gemstones naturally have toxic properties when wet or broken down, so people who polish or work with them need protective gear. A malachite ring is completely safe to wear by the time a jeweler sells it.

Durability - How Do Malachite Rings Hold Up?

The problem with normal malachite is that it's not seen as something for daily wear. It's a gorgeous green gem that is more high maintenance than other materials. When people wear a malachite ring or a bracelet, they're worn in places with high exposure to damage. It's a minor gemstone with a softness that's weaker than other gems around. Genuine malachite gemstones have a Mohs hardness scale between 3.5 and 4, which is much lower than popular metals such as tungsten and titanium.

That doesn't mean you can't find something that's just as beautiful and perfect. Malachite Trustone is a version of malachite that Patrick Adair Designs loves to use due to its durability. They're made from crushed ores that are pigmented and stabilized in resin, but the unique pattern and similar appearance make it a worthy contender to normal malachite. They're much more scratch-resistant with its Mohs hardness rating of 6. We love working with Malachite Trustone because of how forgiving it is in the ring making process. From perfect malachite earrings to malachite jewelry beads in necklaces, jewelers use trustone to get the beauty of malachite without the problems that normal malachite has.

How To Clean a Malachite Ring

Malachite jewelry is among the easiest of our rings to maintain. We use the same ring care tips as the others in our shop - simple is always best.

The most effective way to clean any malachite jewelry is with mild soap and warm water. If you have to clean off anything grimy, use a soft toothbrush or a cloth to clean the green stone. Rinse thoroughly to remove any soapy residue. Make sure you dry it completely to keep it free from water stains. A popular way to stay clear of any cleaning stains is to wipe the surface down with a microfiber cloth. Avoid using harsh or abrasive cleaners and chemicals. You don’t want to wear down the protective resin!

The important thing is to not overthink the cleaning process with any kind of malachite. Harsher cleaners can damage malachite trustone jewelry. Genuine and synthetic malachite are extremely sensitive to extreme heat so stay away from hair dryers or blow dryers for an extended period of time.

Women and Men's Malachite Ring - Picking Your Perfect Malachite Wedding Ring

Every single one of our malachite trustone products are safe and affordable. The awesome thing about a handmade malachite ring is that every piece will have a unique pattern and structure. Below are some of our favorites

Our Malachite Trustone and Gold Ring is a gold malachite ring that is extremely popular for its value. Men's malachite ring choices are difficult to pick, but this is a highly recommended option whenever customers ask us for malachite engagement rings. It's also one of our favorite rings to work on. Whenever you want to get a lifelong wedding band, you want something that'll last and retain its value. The combination of luxurious green and valuable yellow gold make it a durable ring that will last you a lifetime. This gold malachite ring and its rounded comfort fit make it ideal for anybody wanting an everyday ring that's stylish and luxurious.

Malachite Trustone and Carbon Fiber Ring is a great alternative to the gold malachite ring. It might not have the real gold like our first option, but it's a lightweight ring that pairs well with those who live an active lifestyle.. It combines malachite trustone and sleek black carbon fiber in an incredibly unique way. This malachite engagement ring is an affordable option for those who want to show off their beautiful malachite pattern without breaking the bank.you cut into it, you see its unique Widmanstätten pattern along its sides. It's like a crisscross within the metal when we finally cut it out of a slab. This pattern cannot be reproduced, which is why imitation meteorite is easy to distinguish from real meteorite.

The Jade Emperor Ring is another incredibly beautiful ring that combines two parts of Tellurium copper and Malachite Trustone into a perfect 3-part ring. Each part is laser welded together and polished into an incredible handmade ring. The nice thing about using Tellurium copper over ordinary copper is that it’s more corrosion-resistant. It still oxidizes over time, but the oxidization isn't as bad as normal copper.

Another great way to incorporate malachite into any of our rings is through a custom ring order. For example, we can add crushed malachite to any of our glowstone rings with customizable inlays. Lots of people love adding crushed diamond, emerald, malachite, and opals to make their order extra special.

But you don't have to stick with just inlay customizations for your malachite wedding ring. We can switch out certain parts of a ring to further personalize your ring. We can take an existing malachite ring and add any liner you can think of. We can try black ceramic, tungsten, and even glowing resin. If you'd like to have something with a more traditional metal, we can add rose gold, white gold, or a yellow gold liner. We're more than happy to provide you with endless good options.

Malachite Jewelry

Not interested in rings? It's totally okay if wearing rings isn't your thing! Luckily, malachite jewelry extends to necklaces as well. Our Malachite Trustone and Gold Leaf Pendant is our best selling necklace. It's an eye catching piece of jewelry with all the benefits of a normal gemstone malachite ring.

Is a Malachite Ring Right For You?

Malachite jewelry make great gifts for women and men for all sorts of reasons. The color and symbolism in a malachite wedding ring makes it one of our finest rings available. Its soft, noticeable, and unique appearance have made these rings into one of our best sellers yet. Our shop's customization options make it easy to make something unique and personal. If you see a ring and pendant that you like with features that you'd like changed, please feel free to contact us as support@patrickadairdesigns.com. We'll be more than happy to help you through the customization process.