Thank you both for your explanations, time and effort you put in for answering me. It sure helps to understand when it is explained as you both have.
The biggest thing for me was my misunderstanding of the use of the Malachite Gem. I didn't realize that Gems (all gems) are simply another type of an ingredient used in enchantment formulas. For some reason, I had it figured as an item that would be placed, by itself, in the equipment to be enhanced. But now I see what you mean.
Thanks again, I appreciate it so much.