Crystal Database

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Staurolite

Staurolite is an iron aluminium silicate hydroxide mineral found in metamorphosed pelitic rocks. Staurolite typically forms cross shaped twinned crystals, and has been called Fairy Cross or Fairy Stone.

The ‘eight point star’ rare double twinned Staurolite is the most sought after specimen, and highly collectable.

Metaphysical Properties

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Staurolite stimulates all chakras and facilitates centring and grounding helping one to feel safe and secure in this physical reality. Staurolite has traditionally been used to raise consciousness to devic reality, enabling a sharing of wisdom with the keepers of the Earth.

Staurolite can be used to enhance ones experience of lucid dreaming and astral travel, whilst providing protection.

Staurolite supports the honouring of the body as a temple for the soul, providing silent encouragement towards changing any habits of abuse.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Staurolite may be useful in calming fever.

Staurolite has been used to treat depression and anxiety.

Staurolite assists in treating and harmonizing muscle tissue growth.

Colour:

brown, black, red-brown

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Class:

Silicate

Group:

Monoclinic

Formations:

prismatic crystals, twinned tabular

Localities:

USA, Brazil, Europe

Chemical Composition:

Fe₂Al₉Si₄O₂₂(OH)₂

Hardness:

7 to 7.5

Lustre:

vitreous to resinous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

poor in one direction

Varieties:

Lusakite, Zincian Staurolite

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.