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Seraphinite |
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Clinochlore is a magnesium iron aluminium silicate hydroxide mineral of the Chloride Group. Other members of the Chlorite Group are Baileychlore, Chamosite, Cookeite, Donbassite, Gonyerite, Nimite, Odinite, Orthochamosite, Pennantite, Ripidolite and Sudoite. Clinochlore forms from metamorphic and hydrothermal alterations of other iron and magnesium silicate minerals. Seraphinite (Serafina) is a trade name for Clinochlore and is found in Russia. Cut and polished Seraphinite makes attractive specimen pieces. |
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Metaphysical Properties |
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Seraphinite stimulates all chakra, has a gentle feminine energy which purifies, cleanses and soothes an angry heart. Seraphinite acts to harmonise and align the energy of the aura with the physical body allowing one to feel centred. Seraphinite raises consciousness to the level of the angelic realm, facilitating communion whilst drawing in the healings energies that the angels have to offer. Seraphinite is an excellent crystal for identifying and releasing patterns which no longer serve for the highest good. |
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Crystal Healing Uses |
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Seraphinite helps balance cellular function and structure. Seraphinite assists the body assimilate minerals and vitamins. Seraphinite may be helpful in treating allergies. |
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Colour: |
olive green, blackish green, bluish green, white, yellowish green |
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Class: |
Silicate, Chlorite Group |
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Group: |
Monoclinic |
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Formations: |
pseudohexagonal tabular crystals, twinning and foliated, fibrous, granular, earthy, massive |
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Localities: |
Worldwide |
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Chemical Composition: |
(Mg,Fe2+)5Al(Si3Al)O10(OH)8 |
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Hardness: |
2 to 2.5 |
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Lustre: |
vitreous to pearly, translucent to transparent |
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Cleavage: |
perfect in one direction |
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Varieties: |
Chromian Clinochlore, Corundophilite, Diabantite, Leuchtenbergite, Nickeloan Clinochlore, Pennine, Ripidolite, Sheridanite |
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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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