Pink Tourmaline in Feldspar Skull High Quality Healing Crystal Carving 1186g
Pink Tourmaline in Feldspar Skull High Quality Healing Crystal Carving 1186g
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Weight: 1186g
Measurements: 115mm(L) x 91mm(H) x 76mm(W)
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Pink Tourmaline in Feldspar
Pink Tourmaline in Feldspar is a captivating combination of two minerals: the vibrant pink of tourmaline and the subtle, often white or light-colored, feldspar. This pairing creates a striking contrast, making it a popular choice for collectors and those interested in metaphysical properties.
Composition and Formation
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Tourmaline:
- Chemical Formula: (Na,Ca)(Mg,Fe,Li,Mn,Al)₃Al₆(BO₃)₃Si₆O₁₈(OH,F)₄
- Color: Pink tourmaline, known as "rubellite," gets its color from trace amounts of manganese.
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Physical Properties:
- Hardness: 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale.
- Crystal System: Trigonal.
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Feldspar:
- Chemical Formula: KAlSi₃O₈ (for potassium feldspar, or orthoclase/microcline) or NaAlSi₃O₈ (for plagioclase feldspar).
- Color: Typically white, gray, or pale shades of pink, cream, or yellow.
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Physical Properties:
- Hardness: 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale.
- Cleavage: Exhibits two directions of perfect cleavage.
Where It's Found
- Brazil: One of the most significant sources of pink tourmaline, especially in Minas Gerais, where it is often found embedded in feldspar within pegmatite deposits.
- Afghanistan: Known for high-quality pink tourmaline in feldspar, particularly from the Nuristan region.
- United States: Found in locations like California and Maine, where pegmatite deposits yield beautiful specimens of pink tourmaline within feldspar.
- Madagascar: A significant source of both pink tourmaline and feldspar, often found together.
Metaphysical Properties
- Emotional Healing: Pink tourmaline is known for its powerful emotional healing properties. It helps to release stress, anxiety, and past emotional traumas, promoting a sense of peace and calm.
- Love and Compassion: This stone is associated with the heart chakra and is believed to attract love, compassion, and emotional support. It helps to heal emotional wounds and fosters a deep sense of self-love and acceptance.
- Self-Confidence and Strength: Pink tourmaline boosts self-confidence and personal strength, encouraging individuals to embrace their true selves and overcome challenges.
- Calming and Grounding: The feldspar matrix enhances the calming properties of pink tourmaline, providing a grounding effect that helps to balance emotions and stabilize energy.
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