{"product_id":"malachite-elephant-carving-approx-drc-170","title":"Malachite Elephant Carving—Approx. 3 in., DRC","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mp-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMalachite Elephant Carving—Approx. 3 in., DRC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalance • Protection • Strength • Transformation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese hand-carved Malachite elephants from the Democratic Republic of the Congo display layered green banding that moves across the body, ears, legs, and raised trunk. Each carving is approximately 3 inches long and 170g, with a polished finish that brings forward the material’s concentric rings, curved lines, and shifts between deep forest green and brighter green tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach elephant is carved individually to follow and highlight the natural pattern of the Malachite. The placement of the eyes, bands, and broader green areas will differ from piece to piece, as will the exact body shape, trunk angle, ear form, dimensions, and weight. Your carving will be intuitively selected from the available pieces in this approximate size category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalachite is traditionally associated with Balance, Protection, and Transformation. The elephant form is often used as a symbol of steadiness, memory, endurance, and grounded Strength. Together, the material and form may serve as a reflective object during periods of change, boundary-setting, or deliberate forward movement without implying a guaranteed outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNatural Malachite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eElephant carving with raised trunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHand-carved and polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApprox. 3 in. long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApprox. 170g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDemocratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDeep and bright green with layered, curved, and concentric banding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePolished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakra:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Heart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntention:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBalance, Protection, Strength, Transformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntuitively selected in the stated approximate size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach elephant is carved to work with the natural banding and color placement of the individual piece of Malachite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved details, proportions, trunk position, pattern orientation, and surface contours will vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe product images show examples of the material, carving style, approximate scale, and quality available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne (1) intuitively selected Malachite elephant carving, approximately 3 in. and 170g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMystic Parcel care \u0026amp; intention card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace on a desk, shelf, altar, or bedside surface as a compact display object with visible natural banding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the elephant form as a symbolic focus for steadiness, perseverance, boundaries, or navigating meaningful change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold carefully during meditation, journaling, or intention-setting when a substantial tactile object helps maintain focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and handle with clean, dry hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid soaking, salt, acidic cleaners, harsh chemicals, abrasives, and prolonged moisture, which may damage the Malachite and its polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect the carving from drops, impacts, and contact with harder stones or sharp objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor optional energetic cleansing, use sound or quiet intentional placement rather than water or salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mp-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNotes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is an intuitively selected listing. The photographs show examples of the carving style, approximate size, material, and quality; the elephant you receive will vary in exact shape, weight, dimensions, banding, color placement, and carved detail. These differences reflect the natural structure of Malachite and the decision to carve each piece around its individual pattern. Crystal use is complementary to and not a substitute for professional advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mystic Parcel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51639366418710,"sku":"MALAEL-CG-70-000010","price":38.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/2326\/7094\/files\/malachite_elephant_170g_side_mystic_parcel.jpg?v=1785710881","url":"https:\/\/mysticparcel.com\/products\/malachite-elephant-carving-approx-drc-170","provider":"Mystic Parcel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}