Crystal Database

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Goshenite

Goshenite is a beryllium aluminium silicate mineral of the Beryl family. Goshenite is the colourless variety of Beryl, but not necessarily the purest form.

Goshenite is a rare and durable semi-precious gemstone and not often used in the jewellery trade.

Metaphysical Properties

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Goshenite is the stone of love, promoting loyalty in successful relationships. Goshenite enhances loving relationships unconditionally.

Goshenite allows one to make the right choice and improves memory. Goshenite releases negativity and gives the strength of character to overcome misfortunes.

Goshenite stimulates the speaking of personal truths.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Goshenite assists the recovery of sinusitis and headaches

Goshenite helps in treating conditions of the lungs, spine and leg muscles.

Goshenite can be helpful in treating insomnia.

Colour:

colourless

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Class:

Silicate, Beryl

Group:

Hexagonal

Formations:

prismatic, elongated, flattened, columnar and massive

Localities:

Brazil, Madagascar, Pakistan, USA, Russia, Sri Lanka

Chemical Composition:

Be₃Al₂(Si₆O₁₈)

Hardness:

7.5 to 8

Lustre:

vitreous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

imperfect

Varieties:

Aquamarine, Beryl, Bixbite, Bazzite, Emerald, Goshenite, Heliodor, Morganite

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.