Crystal Database

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Rhodonite

Rhodonite is a manganese silicate mineral, often containing calcium, iron and magnesium. Rhodonite is found as a minor ore of manganese, typically formed by hydrothermal, metamorphic and sedimentary action.

Rhodonite crystals are very rare, and sought by collectors. Rhodonite most often occurs in its distinctive red with black manganese oxide veining massive form. Rhodonite is often carved or cut into cabochons for the jewellery trades.

Metaphysical Properties

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Rhodonite stimulates the heart chakra, promoting the state of unconditional love and generosity of spirit. Rhodonite engenders the giving of gifts and the love that that is returned in doing so. The gifts are usually connected to altruistic life purpose skills.

Rhodonite clears emotional trauma and self destructive behaviours. Rhodonite calms chaotic situations and instils assurance that all will be as it will for the highest good.

Rhodonite promotes a strong sense of self and esteem.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Rhodonite can help balance the lymphatic system.

Rhodonite assists treat joint inflammation and arthritis.

Rhodonite can be helpful in treating liver disease.

Colour:

red, pink, black streaks

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Class:

Inosilicate

Group:

Triclinic

Formations:

grainy masses, aggregates, fibrous and massive. Crystals are rare, tabular, rectangular prismatic.

Localities:

Russia, Australia, USA, Europe, India, Brazil

Chemical Composition:

MnSiO₃

Hardness:

5.5 to 6.5

Lustre:

vitreous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

perfect in two directions

Varieties:

Fowlerite, Hsihutsunite, Keatingine

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.