Crystal Database

Photo: Baryte

Baryte

Baryte is a barium sulphate mineral found in epithermal metallic ore deposits and replacement deposits of sedimentary rocks.

Baryte forms attractive parallel or concentric bladed patterns of crystals, the concentric ring formations are known as Desert Roses.

Baryte (also spelt Barite) crystals are highly collectable.

Metaphysical Properties

Video: Baryte with Cerussite

Baryte stimulates the third eye, crown and transpersonal chakras, providng an open channel to spirit.

Baryte assists one to let go of ego based fear and work within ones higher purpose.

Baryte is an excellent crystal for accessing information from guides or from the dream world.

Baryte promotes self assurance within relationships.

Photo: Baryte

Crystal Healing Uses

Baryte can be used for stress related disorders.

Baryte is helpful in in the treatment of eye conditions.

Baryte has been used to treat addictive behaviours.

Baryte can be useful in the treatment of memory degradation and disease.

Colour:

colourless, white, yellow, brown, grey, blue, green

Photo: Baryte

Class:

Sulphates

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

bladed crystals, scaly, lamellar, fibrous and rosettes. Also massive, compact, stalactic and laminated.

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

BaSO₄

Hardness:

3 to 3.5

Lustre:

vitreous to pearly, opaque, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

perfect in one direction

Varieties:

Angleso-Baryte, Baryte Rose, Calcareobaryte, Celestobaryte, Hokutolite, Oakstone, Radian Baryte, Schoharite, Strontian Baryte

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect.  Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.