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Kunzite
Jul 5, 2007 18:18:07 GMT -5
Post by Mysti on Jul 5, 2007 18:18:07 GMT -5
Mineralogy Tradename(s) Family Spodumene Description The color is pink to violet, sometimes appearing colorless. The crystals are prismatic, tabular. Aggregates sparry, columnar. It occurs in granitic pematites. Important in lithium raw material. Dichroic, changes shades when viewed from one direction to another. Will fluoresce a pale orange color under a UV light. Mohs 6 - 7 Chemical Composition LiAl(Si2O6) Refractive Index 1.65-1.68 Specific Gravity 3.16 - 3.20 Cleavage Perfect Streak White Localities Brazil, Madagascar, Sweden, Manitoba/Canada, and South Dakota, North Carolina/USA.
Metaphysical Healing Properties It is said to ease tension of tight muscles such as in the neck and shoulders. It increases the ability to open the heart to love and trust. Promotes emotional balance. Astrology Associated with the sign of Taurus and the planet of Venus. Chakra 4th-Heart Feng Shui Protects ones vulnerability.
Legends & Folklore It was discovered in the early 20th century and is named for the gemologist, George F. Kunz. Any other folklore or legends is unknown.
Gift Ideas Beautiful as a facted stone, jewelry. Mineral specimen for the collector. Chakra stones.
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