Even though there are Muiraquitãs (muy-rah-kee-ton) made out of a variety of different materials and in different shapes, they are typically small charms, carved in green stone (jade), usually in the shape of a frog and rarely larger than four inches. Known in Europe since colonial times, Muiraquitãs became a hot and avidly sought after commodity between the 17th and 19th centuries, for they were believed to be a powerful amulet with therapeutic qualities.

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