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Lepidolite
| Lepidolite – International Crystals Encyclopedia https://www.gemzworld.com/ |
| Origin – the place or situation from which something comes, the beginning of something’s existence, the point from which it starts out, the thing from which it is ultimately derived. |
| Lepidolite is a member of the Mica Group whch is a sheet (phyllosilicate) mineral occuring in metamorphic, igneous and sedimentary deposits. This particular type of Mica contains lithium.
The stone also occurs in some high temperature quartz veins, granites and greisens as well as pegmatites.
All crystals belong to a different group according to the basis of the relationships of their axes. There are 7 systems and 32 classes of symmetry. Lepidolite crystals belong to the Monoclinic system.
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| History – the past considered as a whole, the whole series of past events connected with someone or sometihing, a continuous typically chronological record of importance. |
| Discovery took place in the 18th Century when at the time it was known by the name lilalite. Scientists later changed the name to lepidolite which was derived from the Greek term ‘lepidos’ which means scale and was due to the stones scaly appearance.
The mineral is an important source of lithium which is used, as a light metal, in batteries and domestic appliances among other items.
Significant sources of lepidolite are found in Russia, Brazil, US Germany, Canada among other locations. |
| Specification – the act of describing or identifying something precisely, a detailed description of the design and materials used to make something. |
| Lepidolite has an uneven fracture with a vitreous to pearly luster. It is transparent to transluscent with a perfect cleavage. It is a soft mineral with a Mohs Scale rating of 2.5-3.
Lepidolite has a scaly appearance due to the containment of lithium flakes which is sourced from the mineral and used in items such as batteries and airplane parts.
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| Varieties – a number or range of things of the same general class that are different or distinct in character or quality. |
Lepidolite is a distinct mineral. Associated minerals to Lepidolite includes but is not limited to:
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| Esoteric Attributes – a quality or feature as characteristic of or possed by something. |
| Crystals by their very nature are able to receive and focus energy in different ways. Their molecular structure enables them to be used to amplify and convert energy and hence crystals have been used for centuries to aid healing and transmute energy both in the metaphysical and physical world.
Because each crystal family has different formational backgrounds, each also has different vibrational frequencies that can be harnesed and used for specific purposes. Each therefore have specific qualities that can be used to help a person heal on the many different levels of their being.
The following is a list of healing attributes associated with Lepidolite crystals.
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| Mental: Lepidolite enhances total concentration in aspects of importance. It enables one to break free from distraction. |
| Emotional: Lepidolite facilitates strong sleeping patterns and aids sleep disorders. It brings inner peace and provides protection against external influences. |
| Physical: Lepidolite is an aid to relief of joint pain, neuralgia, nerves and sciatica. |
Crystal Chart – Lepidolite
| Crystal: | Lepidolite |
| Mineralogy: | Lithium Mica |
| Geometric form: | Monoclinic |
| Formation: | Primary |
| Family: | Silicate |
| Birthstone: | Lepidolite is associated with the astrological sign of Libra. |
| Appearance: | Lepidolite has an uneven fracture with a vitreous to pearly luster. It is transparent to transluscent with a perfect cleavage. It is a soft mineral with a Mohs Scale rating of 2.5-3. |
| Aura: | Lepidolite is an aid to balancing the energies and also helps to restructure and move stale energy patterns in the aura. |
| Colour: | Colours within Lepidolite are violet to lavender. |
| Chakra: | Lepidolite is primarily associated with the Heart Chakra and also aligns with the Throat, Crown and Third Eye Chakras. |
International Crystals – References and resources:
Michael Gienger, Healing Crystals, Earthdancer Books, 2009
The Columbia Encyclopedia, Crystal, 6th ed. 2014
World of Earth Science, Quartz, 2003
Encyclopedia of Occultism and Parapsychology, Crystal Healing, 2001
http://gemstone-dictionary.com/birthstones-by-month.php
New Oxford American Dictionary
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Aquamarine
| Aquamarine – International Crystals Encyclopedia https://www.gemzworld.com/
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| Origin – the place or situation from which something comes, the beginning of something’s existence, the point from which it starts out, the thing from which it is ultimately derived. |
| Aquamarine is a crystal of primary formation which means it was formed from molten magma. This usually happens in cavities in volcanoes where the combination of chemistary and structural arrangements of mineral deposits, atoms and substances pass from gas or liquid into a solid state or by means of going out of solution by precipitation or evaporation.
The crystal is formed in igneous rocks and often, granite. It can be found in other sources of sedimentary rocks like limestone or shale. Aquamarines can form larger more transparent crystals then the other Beryl varieties which are formed as hexagonal, columnar prisms.
Aquamarine is a blue or cyan variety of Beryl which is composed of beryllium aluminium cyclosilicate This is in turn, a group of the Silicate family. The Fe2+ ion is said to determine the blue colour whilst Fe3+ produces a golden yellow hue. The combination of these ions produces the darker, deep blue of the maxixe.
All crystals belong to a different group according to the basis of the relationships of their axes. There are 7 systems and 32 classes of symmetry. Aquamarine crystals belong to the Hexagonal system.
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| History – the past considered as a whole, the whole series of past events connected with someone or sometihing, a continuous typically chronological record of importance. |
| The Aquamarine was named in 1609 by Anselmus de Boodt after the Latin term aqua marina meaning water of the sea. Prior to this it was known as a sea-green Beryl.
The reference of the crystal, though goes way back to the 2nd century where it was referred to as seeming to have come from a mermaids treasure house. The Roman’s blessed the stone as it was said to join in young love and in the Middle Ages it was worn as a pendant and used as an oracle crystal.
The stones are mined globally and significant finds have occured in the US and Brazil. The largest gemstone quality aquamarine found was in 1910. It was found in brazil and weighed over 110 Kg.
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| Specification – the act of describing or identifying something precisely, a detailed description of the design and materials used to make something. |
| Aquamarines appear in natural form and are enhanced through the tumbling, cutting and polishing process.
There is a strong market for lab created aquamarines. These may be heat treated to obtain the desired hue of colour.
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| Varieties – a number or range of things of the same general class that are different or distinct in character or quality. |
| Aquamarines derive from the Beryl family and are associated with:
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| Esoteric Attributes – a quality or feature as characteristic of or possed by something. |
| Crystals by their very nature are able to receive and focus energy in different ways. Their molecular structure enables them to be used to amplify and convert energy and hence crystals have been used for centuries to aid healing and transmute energy both in the metaphysical and physical world.
Because each crystal family has different formational backgrounds, each also has different vibrtional frequencies that can be harnesed and used for specific purposes. Each therefore have specific qualities that can be used to help a person heal on the many different levels of their being.
The following is a list of healing attributes associated with Aquamarine crystals.
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| Mental: Aquamarines bring clarity of the mind and are known to clear up confusions and resolve unfinish matters. |
| Emotional: Aquamarine crystals increase light heartedness and improve emotional discipline whilst also allowing you greater perseverance in the mind. |
| Physical: Aquamarines assist with hayfever and other allergies. They also help with eye problems, the thyroid gland and bladder and respiratory issues. |
Crystal Chart – Aquamarine
| Crystal: | Aquamarine |
| Mineralogy: | Beryl with iron |
| Geometric form: | Hexagonal |
| Formation: | Primary (moltan magma) |
| Family: | Beryl |
| Birthstone: | Aquamarine is associated with the months of March and October and is linked to Scorpio as a Beryl in the
Astrology Birthstone (Zodiac) |
| Appearance: | Vitreous and transluscent, the aquamarine is conchoidal with an indistinct cleavage.
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| Aura: | Aquamarine crystals are used to clear communication blocks and enhance spiritual communication. The stone enhances the aura and allows for the alignment of all the Chakras. |
| Colour: | Aquamarine colours are blue to blue green. They can contain a colour streak of white. |
| Chakra: | Dissipates the obstacles to communication and aligns all the Chakras. It primarily works with the Heart Chakra and is also associated with the Throat, Thymus and Third Eye chakras. |
International Crystals – References and resources:
Michael Gienger, Healing Crystals, Earthdancer Books, 2009
The Columbia Encyclopedia, Crystal, 6th ed. 2014
World of Earth Science, Quartz, 2003
Encyclopedia of Occultism and Parapsychology, Crystal Healing, 2001
http://gemstone-dictionary.com/birthstones-by-month.php
New Oxford American Dictionary
Read More