Seraphinite Stone Beads
The
name Seraphinite is a good substitute of gem variety "Clinochlore",
which is a forest green mica with silver color plays. The later one
has derived its name from the Greek word "Klinochloros". "Klino"
means inclined and "Chloros" means green. The earlier name
Seraphinite has been derived from the Latin word "Seraphin",
which means ' The first order of angels'. The beauty of these stone
beads can not be compared with any other beauty. They are cold stone
beads.The color range of these stone beads varies from crimson to bright lavender. The presence of chromium element in these beads is responsible for these colors. The prime occurring sources of these beads are Siberia (Bratsk and Baikal region), and Russia. The value of relative hardness of these stone beads varies from 2.0 to 2.5. In some selected segments of jewelry industry, they are used including rings, bracelets etc. where hard wear is present. The astrological sign of these beads is Taurus while the associated elements are Air and Earth. Due to their feathery look and strong qualities which are extended from Air to Earth, these beads are referred as "angel beads". These beads are leading health-enhancing stone beads and are considered as relatively new in the world. To purify space and to accelerate expression and transformation of any kind, Seraphinite beads can be used. For provoking unconditional love, these stone beads are also use.
Seraphinite Stones
Chemical Structure: (Mg,Fe,Al)6(Si,Al)4O10(OH)8 - Magnesium Iron Aluminum Silicate Hydroxide
Mineral: Clinochlore
Class: Silicates.
Subclass: Phyllosilicates.
Group: Chlorites.
Fracture: Uneven.
Hardness: 2 - 2.5
Specific Gravity: 2.6 - 3.0
Seraphinite stone belongs to Chlorite Group of minerals. This type of stone is commonly colored deep forest green to green-black with silver-colored inclusions of Mica. The Mica inclusions display a chatoyancy, giving Seraphinite a wavery sheen. The stone is also found in yellow, red, brown, tan or white colors. This type of stone is formed through the metamorphic and hydrothermal alterations of magnesium silicate minerals and other iron. The stone crystallizes in the form of granular masses and also referred to as tabular crystals. The stone is considered as wonderful healing stone. Seraphinite is popularly known as an Angel Stone as this stone shows a attractive display of light and color. It is believed that the stone helps to contact angels and communicate with them. Seraphinite can be very protective of the heart when it is used over the heart chakra. It is also a purifying stone that helps one find one's higher purpose and it is also very helpful for all forms of transformation and transmutation, like for example the magickal kind. It is also a healing stone for brain cells, nerves, purification of the blood, eliminating toxins in kidneys and liver etc. The stone is is mainly found near the Bratsk and Lake Baikal region of eastern Siberia, Russia. Seraphinite stone has become a widely demanded stone in the world of metaphysics and mineral collecting.
