Crystal Database

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Sunstone

Sunstone describes a red variety of Feldspar with the ‘sunstone’ sheen. Feldspars are a group of minerals that have similar structures and are complex in groupings and mineral composition. Sunstone is a sodium calcium aluminium silicate mineral, an Oligoclase Feldspar, with inclusions of red Hematite.

Sunstone is characterised by an adularescence, chatoyant and schiller sheen. Sunstone is used as a gemstone in the jewellery trade.

Metaphysical Properties

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Sunstone stimulates the sacral and solar plexus chakras. Sunstone has traditionally been used as a talisman for abundance and good fortune. Sunstone increases ones vitality, will and uncovers materialistic motivations.

Sunstone instils an adventurous, sunny and joyous disposition. Sunstone facilitates creative abundance, empowerment and promotes feelings of self worth.

Sunstone is useful for breaking the bonds of co-dependency.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Sunstone can be useful in treating depression.

Sunstone may be used to treat digestive system disorders.

Sunstone has been used to treat rheumatism.

Sunstone assists in the treatment of sexual dysfunction.

Colour:

red, orange, white, colourless

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Class:

Silicate, Feldspar

Group:

Monoclinic

Formations:

prismatic and tabular crystals; massive, grainy

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

(Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈ (Oligoclase)

Hardness:

6

Lustre:

vitreous to pearly, translucent to opaque

Cleavage:

perfect in one direction, good in another

Varieties:

Adularia, Orthoclase, Oligoclase, Sanidine

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.