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Tuesday, April 6, 2010

More than you ever wanted to know about Charoite

This edition of my ongoing series of blog posts about gem and mineral fact, fiction and lore, features charoite.  One of my favorite Russian gemstones.

"Charoite crystallizes in the form of masses and as druse on a host mineral. The major discovery location is Russia and has only recently become available in the west in more than very small amounts. The name is a reference to a river in Siberia. The color ranges from pink to purple, often with inclusions of quartz and manganese." 1

Charoite was recognized to be an independent mineral in 1978.

Lore

This is a stone of transformation. Some believe charoite has the power to reverse the symptoms of sickness and disease to good health. Many say that it aids in detoxifying the liver.

Additionally, it is supposed that charoite assists in attaining the power of second sight. It is known to bring one's fears into consciousness so that they may be confronted and healed.

Charoite ". . . stimulates intuitive and psychic ability, clears negativity and assists one in being a more effective healer." 2

When used on the third eye; charoite is said to help fade fears, both known and unknown.


1) A. Melody "Love is in the Earth- A Kaleidoscope of Crystals" pg. 111

2) Naisha Ahsian "The Book of Stones: Who They Are & What They Teach" pg. 108

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