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What is Obsidian? Obsidian is a midnight black stone that is volcanic in origin and a natural glass that forms when silica lava cools too quickly for crystallization to occur. It is named after the one who discovered it- the Roman explorer Obsius who may have first encountered it in Ethiopia. Prehistoric cultures used obsidian…
The Wonders of Calcite! Calcite is one of my favorite stones- both aesthetically and energetically. It has so many vibrant colors, unique crystal structures, and numerous metaphysical properties! In this post, we will dive deeper into the world of calcite, exploring its formation, variations, uses, and healing properties. Formation and Variations: Calcite is a calcium…
What is Calcite? All calcites are some of my favorite minerals. They come is so many colors, shapes and formations. What I love about calcite is it’s ability to act like a vacuum – absorbing negative energy and sending it back out positive. It is probably the best cleanser of negative energies in the human…
I am often asked what my favorite stone is. While I have many favorites, fluorite tends to be an all time favorite! What’s so great about Fluorite? Where do I start? From purely an appearance standpoint – it’s variety of colors, its luminescence, its structure and it’s optical properties. Fluorite is known for its wide…
What are Faden Crystals? Faden Quartz Crystals contain one or more string-like white lines inside them, which are composed of air and/or tiny water bubbles. They are formed when the crystal fractures and then heals itself, creating this thread-like inclusion. Their name is derived from the German word for “string.” These crystals are said to…
So you just purchased a bunch of new crystals and stones, now what? Do you have to work with them to get the benefits? What if you just think they are pretty and enjoy looking at them? I always recommend that you don’t overthink the process. Your were drawn to the crystals you have because…
Have you ever experienced the lustrous mineral called Ilvaite? I love its dark and magical beauty as well as its stabilizing energy! What is Ilvaite? The meaning of the name of Ilvaite (also known as Yenite) comes from the location where it was first discovered on the Italian island of Elba, which is located in…
Don’t you just love Malachite? I love the vibrant green color and how when polished it makes the most magical swirls and orbicular patterns! What is Malachite? Malachite is a copper carbonate hydroxide mineral with chemical formula [Cu2CO3(OH)2] formed by the weathering of copper ore bodies in the vicinity. The hardness varies between 3.5–4.0. This…
Where do they come from? Lemurians Crystals also known as Lemurian Seed Crystals are known to come from the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. There are other locals known for these crystals to exist- and I wouldn’t be surprised if they were found worldwide. Many crystal dealers will tell you that true lemurians only…
Have you experienced Baobab Amethyst? There are a few crystals that call to me from afar and Baobab Amethyst is one of them! The formations, colors and elestials on these prized beauties is just profound! Baobab Amethysts are named for their origin in the Baobab mine of Kenya. Baobabs are luminous crystals with color zoning….
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