Rhodonite

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General Gemstone Details

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Scientific Properties:
Mohs Hardness of 6 with a triclinic crystal structure.

Rhodonite is a silicate or quartz composite, in many ways, similar to Rose Quartz. Manganese is what brings out the rosy colors both stones are noted for. Unlike rose quartz, though, rhodonite forms more patiently. Usually the result of the Manganese metamorphosing with other minerals like aluminum and calcium through a sedimentary process. Frequently, the exposed manganese will oxidize as the minerals weather together, creating black and gray veins.

The crystal is very strong and has been a popular carving material for the last few hundred years. Russians have used it extensively, carving the sarcophagus for czars and emperors from whole slabs. At Easter, Russian children would exchange eggs carved from rhodonite.

While this gemstone rarely forms actual crystals, fine triclinic specimens have been found near the Manganese deposits at Wermland Sweden. Rhodonite found in Massachusetts has yielded occasional druzy clusters.

Russia and Massachusetts both recognize rhodonite as a national and state gemstone.

A fairly common stone, it is also found in Alaska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Montana, California, New Mexico. In the 1960's, amateur rock hounds Tommy Raspet and Perry Williams found separate deposits in Washington state. Around the world Rhodonite is found in Australia, British Columbia, Brazil, Mexico, India, Madagascar, Japan, New Zealand and several other regions.

Mystical Properties:
This is a stone of self confidence born out of trust in your own heart, your own voice, and your own choices. Carrying this stone will keep your mind calm, allowing you to process chaotic situations and patiently assess your options. Rhodonite will strengthen your resolve, helping you be more disciplined in your walk.

Helps us to express confidence and lovingness on physical plane in day-to-day ways with those around us. Rhodonite calms and feeds the soul through the heart; love and service.

Simply holding this gemstone promotes relaxation and brings a sense of well-being. This is a balance gemstone and is used to clear the psychic centers.

More Healing Information

Healing Properties:
By reducing stress and calming the mind, rhodonite can ease physical and emotional traumas. especially emotional scars left by old wounds. It will enhance self-esteem, confidence and the energy levels of both the body and the mind. It will help you begin to accept the healing relief of forgiveness.

Rhodonite will also assist the nervous system, thyroid, pituitary gland and the body's reflexes. It will strengthen the immune system and aid the heart.

Victims of sudden heart attacks or equally serious illnesses may recover more quickly and more completely if they carry the stone during their convalescence. Wounds and cuts heal rapidly, with less scarring when a stone is applied directly to the injury.

Healers using psychic and intuitive energies in their medicine will find rhodonite an important companion stone. It protects you from being injured or permanently damaged by the harmful energies you work with. The stone gives the healer strength to remain constant and your intent focused during your task.

Rhodonite raises self worth and helps ward off negativity. It has been known as a "rescue stone".

Magical Properties:
Energy: Projective
Element: Fire
Powers: Peace and anti-confusion

Rhodonite is to be worn to be calm, as well as to cast off confusion, doubt and incoherency.

It is a fine stone to wear or carry to shut down your psychic centers so you can be more restful. If you find yourself being interrupted too much, being the recipient of unwanted visitors (physical or astral) this is the stone you would use. Place a piece of it on your desk as a psychic barrier.

Zodiac:
Associations: Not Noted

Not a Traditional Birthstone for any Month.

Stone of Taurus by some accounts, to dream of rhodonite refers to stress in your life.

More Chakra Info

More Kundalini Info

Chakra Classification:
Rhodonite is most effective on the 2nd, or Sacral/Navel Chakra and the 4th, or Heart Chakra.

Information Sources:
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall, 2003
Wheels of Life by Anodea Judith, PhD, 2000
Crystal Enchantments by D.J. Conway, 1999
Smithsonian Handbooks Gemstones by Cally Hall, 1994
Crystal, Gem and Metal Magic by Scott Cunningham, 2002
Chakra Healing & Karmic Awareness by Keith Sherwood, 2005
The Illustrated Directory of Crystal Healing by Cassandra Eason, 2003
Healing Crystals and Gemstones by Dr. Flora Peschek-Bohmer, Gisela Schrieber, 2002

The information here is presented to you to use as you see fit, but is not to take the place of professional medical advice.  Crystals, Gemstones and Metal can accent, help, negate, protect, encourage, strengthen, and balance and thereby promote healing.  Their effects can be extraordinary, but use in addition to medical advice, and not as a substitute for proper care. If you are ill, we beseech you to seek professional medical attention from a qualified physician.

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