Crystal Database

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Dumortierite

Dumortierite is a aluminium boro-silicate hydroxide mineral. Dumortierite is commonly found in aluminium rich metamorphic rocks in contact metamorphic regions and in some pegmatites. Dumortierite crystals are pleochroic.

Dumortierite Quartz is blue coloured Quartz containing abundant Dumortierite inclusions.

Metaphysical Properties

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Dumortierite is a teacher of patience, and for teachers helps recognised and nurture potential in students.

Dumortierite stimulates the throat chakra and communication.

Dumortierite can help one to stand their ground and gives stamina when situations are unyielding.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Dumortierite can be used to provide strength and fortitude whilst dealing with states of dis-ease.

Colour:

blue, violet

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Class:

Silicate

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

prismatic crystals but more commonly massive, columnar and fibrous

Localities:

USA, Europe, Australia, Asia, Africa

Chemical Composition:

Al_{6.5 - 7}(BO₃)(SiO₄)₃(O, OH)₃

Hardness:

7

Lustre:

vitreous, transparent to opaque

Cleavage:

good in one direction

Varieties:

Dumortierite Quartz

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.