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Photo: Mimetite |
Mimetite |
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Mimetite is a lead chloro-arsenate mineral and a minor ore of lead. Mimetite is a member of the Apatite group, along with Pyromorphite and Vanadinite. Mimetite does not often form crystals, and is usually found as crusts. Mimetite is popular among mineral and crystal collectors. |
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Metaphysical Properties |
Video: Mimetite |
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Mimetite can be used for protection during meditation. Mimetite enhances psychic communication providing clarity and quality to information received. Mimetite promotes independence of character. Mimetite stimulates the adventurous side of life. |
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Photo: Mimetite with Wulfenite |
Crystal Healing Uses |
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Mimetite is useful for treating the infirm, immobile and consequential muscle atrophy. |
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Colour: |
brown, orange, yellow, red |
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Class: |
Phosphate |
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Group: |
Hexagonal |
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Formations: |
prismatic, stubby, hexagonal, acicular, radiating, botryoidal and reniform crystals, mammilary crusts. |
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Localities: |
Africa, Europe, Australia, USA |
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Chemical Composition: |
Pb5(AsO4)3Cl |
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Hardness: |
3.5 to 4 |
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Lustre: |
resinous, translucent to transparent |
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Cleavage: |
none |
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Varieties: |
Campylite |
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Disclaimer: |
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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. |
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