Crystal Database

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Variscite

Variscite is a hydrated aluminium phosphate mineral deposited from phosphatic waters reacting with aluminium rich rocks at surface or near-surface conditions. Variscite is relatively rare due to alteration to other phosphate minerals, particularly Crandallite.

Variscite can exhibit black webbing in the matrix, which gives it the appearance of Turquoise, however Variscite is greener.

High grade Variscite is cut and polished and used in the jewellery trade.

Metaphysical Properties

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Variscite stimulates the heart chakra, and its energy is one of unconditional love. Variscite is a deeply peaceful and calming crystal which clears the aura of any debris.

Variscite helps one let go of criticisms and judgements of others, allowing understanding and acceptance to fill the void.

Variscite can be useful for harmonising and rejuvenating the cared for and carer relationship. Variscite can be used to stimulate the mental powers of reason and logic.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Variscite can be used to treat disorders of the nervous system.

Variscite assists with the treatment of depression.

Variscite has been used to treat circulatory system dysfunction.

Variscite is useful in treating male reproductive system disorders.

Colour:

green, bluish-green, colourless

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Class:

Phosphate

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

crystals very rare. Commonly fine-grained massive, nodular, stalagtitic, encrusting

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

AlPO₄-2H₂O

Hardness:

3.5 to 4.5

Lustre:

vitreous to waxy, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

none

Varieties:

Ferrian Variscite, Gelvariscite, Phosphochromite, Redondite

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.