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I is for Iolite

An old name is dichroite, a Greek word meaning “two-coloured rock”, a reference to cordierite’s strong pleochroism (an optical phenomenon caused by refracted light) which means it shows two colours. Viewed from one angle it can appear quite grey and … Continue reading

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I is for Infinite Stone and Indicolite

Infinite Stone is an unusual combination of Serpentine and Chrysolite, found in only one area in Africa. It has a high vibration and is sometimes called the “Healer’s Stone” for its ability to draw out pain and negativity. It is … Continue reading

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H is for Hiddenite and Kunzite

This week’s blog incorporates two varieties of Spodumene, Hiddenite being the green and rarer type, and Kunzite being the pink (lilac, clear) variety which gets its colour from the Lithium content. Hiddenite is known to attract prosperity and provides protection … Continue reading

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Herkimer Diamond

Herkimer Diamonds: Herkimer Diamonds are the purest Quartz Crystals, double terminated with 18 facets (6 sides). They aren’t Diamonds but quartz formations which, because of their brilliance and Diamond shape have been given that name. Herkimer does not have to … Continue reading

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H is for Herkimer Diamond

Herkimer Diamonds are the purest Quartz Crystals, naturally faceted by the Earth over a 500 million year time span. They are double terminated and have 18 facets (6 sides). They aren’t Diamonds but quartz formations which, because of their brilliance … Continue reading

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G is for Gold and other precious metals

This week I want to concentrate on precious metals, gold and silver for their metaphysical attributes, but some others for comparison. Firstly the boring details………………………. then followed by the good bits………………. White gold and platinum are not the same. White … Continue reading

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G is for Garnet

Garnets are a particular favourite of mine. The more common Almandine Garnet which is blood red is a lovely stone, but I have a slight preference for the magnificent Rhodolite Garnet which lighter in colour. Garnet is a collective name … Continue reading

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F is for Fuchsite

Known as the stone of health, Fuchsite is often used by healers because of its ability to access information regarding remedies or treatment for physical health. It will also help you to recover from emotional or physical problems. It will … Continue reading

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F is for Flint and Fossils

A little different than the usual crystals and gemstones this week – flint and fossils (including Amber, which is a fossil itself). Flint is a variety of quartz that is created on seabeds when limestone hardens into nodules or is … Continue reading

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