Crystal Database

Photo: Zoisite with Ruby

Zoisite

Zoisite is a calcium aluminium silicate hydroxide mineral and is found in medium grade regionally metamorphosed rocks. Zoisite belongs to the Epidote group, along with Thulite and Tanzanite.

Zoisite crystals are striated and relatively attractive.

High grade Zoisite massive is cut and polished for ornamental and jewellery uses. Attractive green Zoisite specimens are often included with opaque Ruby, collectable amongst mineral collectors.

Metaphysical Properties

Video: Zoisite with Ruby

Zoisite stimulates the intuitive abilities of the third eye chakra, the compassionate energy of the heart chakra and the strength of will of the root chakra.

Zoisite acts to support those starting on their path of spiritual enlightenment, encouraging a zest for life and growth with loving intensity.

Zoisite allows the logical mind to take a back seat, whilst unleashing and amplifying latent psychic abilities.

Zoisite helps release negative and repressed emotions turning these energies to intense states of courage, passion and engagement with life.

Photo: Zoisite with Ruby

Crystal Healing Uses

Zoisite helps strengthen the immune system.

Zoisite supports in the treatment of respiratory disease.

Zoisite has been used to treat infertility and disorders of the reproductive system.

Zoisite can be useful in treating reactive depression.

Colour:

green, yellow, brown, colourless, pink, blue, purple

Photo: Zoisite with Ruby

Class:

Silicate, Epidote Group

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

columnar to compact and massive

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

(Ca₂Al₃O(OH)(SiO₄)(Si₂O₇))

Hardness:

6 to 7

Lustre:

vitreous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

perfect in one direction

Varieties:

Chrome-Zoisite, Pseudozoisite, Tanzanite, Thulite, Zoisite

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.