Tourmaline on Orthoclase Specimen 4.5cm

Description

Tourmaline on Orthoclase Specimen 4.5cm.

Very cool little specimen! Nice-sized shiny white to cream Orthoclase Feldspar with one or two dendritic patterns, and black Tourmaline rods on top. From Erongo in Namibia, an area that yields some of the best specimen-grade tourmaline specimens world wide. Good to A Grade. Weight approx 68g. Size approx 4.5cm.

 

GEOLOGICAL:

Tourmaline is the name for a group of crystalline boron silicate minerals. This mineral species was identified by mineralogists in the 1800s. Its name comes from mid 18th century French, based on Sinhalese “tōramalli”. Tourmaline becomes electrically charged when heated (pyroelectric). It is also piezoelectric (creates electricity under pressure).

Tourmaline can be found occurring in more colours and colour combinations than any other gemstone in the world! Tourmaline’s colours have many different causes.

 

CRYSTAL HEALING:

Physical Healing Keywords:

• Digestive System;
• Immune System, Arthritis, Chemotherapy, Radiation;
• Circulation System, Heart;
• Nervous System, Brain, Dyslexia, Addiction, Anxiety

 

Metaphysical Keywords:

Highly Protective, Grounding, Courage, Communication, Calming, Insight, Hope, Self-confidence, Strength, Dispel Negativity, Shield, Healing, Devic Realm

 

Tourmaline:

Cleanses, purifies & transforms dense energy into lighter vibrations. Forms a protective shield around the body. Clear the aura, remove blockages, disperse negative energy & point to solutions for specific problems – all round healer.

Devic energies. Gardens & plants (natural insecticide). Aids in understanding yourself & others. Takes you deep within yourself, strengthening self-confidence and banishing fear. Powerful mental healer. Treats dyslexia. Releases tension.

In addition to the generic properties of Tourmaline, specific colours of Tourmaline have the following properties:

• Black – protects against electromagnetic smog, psychic attack & all negative energies.

 

Orthoclase

Orthoclase Feldspar assists with overcoming tragedy by bringing peace during times of trauma. Aligns chakras & meridians. Especially helpful in working with the solar plexus chakra, enhancing self-will, emotional strength, and courage. Encourages cooperation, and offers insights into group experiences. Helps find new solutions to achieving goals. Connected to the wisdom of ancient Egypt. Boosts self-esteem.