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Malachite

usgb/ˈmæləkaɪt/Volume
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Mineral UsagePlay
Used to describe the mineral itself or items made from it. SlideThe museum displayed a raw piece of malachite.
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Color DescriptorPlay
Can refer to the distinctive green color of items, not just the mineral. SlideShe admired the malachite hues of the painting.
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Ornamental ValuePlay
Often specifies objects with decorative or gemstone quality. SlideTheir malachite chess set was quite opulent.