Locality: Madagascar
Some pieces may contain Smoky Quartz and Mica
Geological Properties
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Mineral: Microcline feldspar
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Chemical Formula: KAlSi₃O₈
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Hardness: 6–6.5 on the Mohs scale
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Color: Blue-green to turquoise
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Luster: Glassy to pearly
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Formation: Primarily in granitic pegmatites
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Origin: Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, and the United States
Metaphysical Properties
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Known As: Stone of Courage & Truth
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Energy: Calming, balancing, and empowering
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Chakras: Throat and heart
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Emotional Support: Encourages inner peace and emotional balance
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Communication: Symbolizes honest expression and speaking from the heart
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Symbolism: Courage, compassion, harmony, and authenticity
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Intention: Trust yourself and express your truth.
Common Uses
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Tumbling: Creates smooth, polished stones for collecting, meditation, and display.
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Carving: Used for figurines, hearts, spheres, and decorative ornaments.
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Jewelry Making: Popular in beads, pendants, cabochons, and statement jewelry.
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Landscaping & Décor: Adds natural color to rock gardens, mineral displays, and decorative arrangements; best used where it is protected from harsh weather and physical wear.
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Crafts & Collections: Ideal for wire wrapping, crystal grids, and mineral collections.
*Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent advertised product weight. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.