Locality: Utah, USA
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Color: Septarian nodules often display a unique combination of colors, including shades of yellow, brown, gray, and occasionally white.
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Hardness: The hardness of septarian nodules varies depending on the minerals present in the concretion. Calcite, for example, has a hardness of around 3 on the Mohs scale, while aragonite is slightly harder at around 3.5 to 4.
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Clarity: Septarian nodules typically have a relatively low clarity due to the presence of various minerals and sedimentary structures within them. They often display patterns and cracks, adding to their visual interest.
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Luster: The luster of septarian nodules is typically described as vitreous to waxy.
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Density: The density of septarian nodules can vary based on their composition, but generally falls within the range of 2.5 to 3.2 g/cm³.
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Metaphysical Properties: Septarian is believed to provide grounding energy, helping individuals feel more connected to the earth. It's also thought to offer protection against negative energies. Septarian is sometimes said to enhance communication skills, both in interpersonal relationships and in connecting with spiritual energies.
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 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.