Crystal Database

Photo: Cymophane

Cymophane

Cymophane is a beryllium aluminium oxide, which also forms Alexandrite and Chrysoberyl. Cymophane is transparent yellow to green in colour.

Cymophane is a rare gemstone and demands a high price.

Cymophane included with Rutile displays chatoyancy, giving it the name Cat’s Eye. Cymophane is regarded as the only crystal to be called simply Cats Eye, although many crystals (and synthetic or simulated crystals) have a ‘cats eye’ chatoyancy.

Metaphysical Properties

Video: Cymophane

Cymophane clears, activates and stimulates the third eye. Meditation with Cymophane can stimulate clairvoyant abilities, and further stimulates communication with spirit.

Cymophane assists clear and flexible thinking, facilitating intellectual resolution to life’s challenges.

Cymophane releases blocks to feeling and giving unconditional love.

Photo: Cymophane

Crystal Healing Uses

Cymophane can be used to help treat digestive disorders.

Cymophane has been used to restore energy levels post illness or surgery.

Colour:

yellow, green to brown

Photo: Cymophane

Class:

Oxide, Chrysoberyl

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

slender crystal prisms and tabular form, often contact or penetration twinned

Localities:

Russia, Sri Lanka, India, Myanmar, Zimbabwe

Chemical Composition:

BeAl₂O₄

Hardness:

8.5

Lustre:

vitreous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

perfect in one direction, imperfect in another

Varieties:

Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Cymophane

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.