Crystal Database

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Vanadinite

Vanadinite is a lead chlorovanadate mineral found in the oxidation zone of lead deposits in arid climates. Vanadinite is part of a series with Pyromorphite and Mimetite, and belongs to the Apatite group.

Vanadinite’s deep red colour, high lustre and attractive short hexagonal prism crystals make this a highly collectable crystal.

Metaphysical Properties

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Vanadinite is a crystal of focus and action to pursuing and attaining ones goals. Vanadinite clears the mind of distraction, allowing clear thinking when one is focused on achievement.

In meditation Vanadinite facilitates the clearing of distracting thoughts, allowing expanded consciousness and quelling the monkey mind with ease.

Vanadinite stimulates sexual desire and the creative flow of ideas, enhancing stamina and enjoyment in both. Vanadinite can help bring order to those prone to the chaos associated with the flight of thoughts.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Vanadinite can be used to treat respiratory disease.

Vanadinite can assist in the treatment of reproductive system dysfunction.

Vanadinite can help balance the endocrine system.

Vanadinite may be useful in calming hypo-mania.

Colour:

red, red-orange

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Class:

Phosphate, Apatite Group

Group:

Hexagonal

Formations:

hexagonal prismatic crystals, also acicular, hair-like, fibrous, rounded, globular

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

Pb₅(VO₄)₃Cl

Hardness:

2.5 to 3

Lustre:

sub-adamantine to resinous, opaque to transparent

Cleavage:

none

Varieties:

Arsenatian Vanadinite, Cuprian Vanadinite

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.