Cordierite

The Cordierite (or Iolite)

Cordierite belongs to the silicate family and can be consists of magnesium silicate and silicate aluminum. It is a fine stone with different shades of blue, even to violet.

Cordierite shows a pronounced pleochroism and has different colors depending on the direction of the light rays that pass through it and according to angle of vision. These are blue, purple and yellow. Occasionally colorless and gray also stand out. All you have to do is move the stone glimpse its magnificent reflections.

Etymology, training and use

This special feature earned it the name of dichroite, (duo for two and chroma for color), which is not the only name attributed to it. In Anglo-Saxon countries, we call it "iolite" or "volithe" in French. reference to "iol", meaning "violet". It can also be known as Blue Quartz from the New Zealand, blue sapphire (nowadays, this name is prohibited, bringing confusion with sapphire) or Steinheilite (word created by the mineralogist Pansner in 1815 in tribute to the Count of Steinheil, Governor of Finland).

Finally, in France, this stone was called cordierite. by mineralogist Lucas, referencing to the French mineralogist Louis Cordier, who described it in 1809 under its first name dichroite.

Cordierite can be found in metamorphic rocks, as a result of sediment transformation in contact with magma. Its crystals can up to 18 cm long. The largest cut cordierite can be found in the British Museum and weighs 855 carats.

With a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, this stone is perfect for jewelry. It is also acid-insoluble and fire-resistant. It is also used in the manufacture of industrial baking racks, industrial insulation electrical resistances.

Histories and legends

Cordierite is sometimes associated with Athena, Greek goddess of war and wisdom. His followers gave this stone as an offering and homage to its beauty.But no text explicitly confirm this claim.

On the other hand, some scientists were able to demonstrate the use made of this stone by Vikings, to help them find their way when the sky was covered. Cordierite was therefore nicknamed "Viking stone" or "stone compass". They looked through this which served as a filter and allowed the where the sun was.

The deposits of cordierite stone

The main deposits are located in India, Argentina Australia, Brazil, France, etc.

Les properties of cordierite in lithotherapy

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Cordierite, sometimes referred to as iolite, is a support stone in addiction relief. This stone is renowned for providing quality sleep and in quantity. It helps ward off nightmares anxiety and negative emotions. It is a soothing crystal that delivers from fears and tensions.

In lithotherapy, cordierite is considered a excellent anchoring stone, allowing the connection to the Earth and provides stability. It gives intuition and initiative. This stone, worn on a daily basis hesitations and confusions. It eliminates all which prevents us from moving forward in the life.

Thus, it makes the the wearer of this stone more confident and positive. He's better at managing change. This stone generates serenity and relaxation. It makes it easier to decisions and helps overcome difficulties of life.

She also increases the sense of security and comfort. It reduces worries related to and optimism. It spreads a feeling of well-being and peace of mind. It makes it possible to envisage the future with serenity and confidence in self.

This stone enables access meditative states intense. It is particularly effective with beginners to the spirituality.

Benefits for the skin physical plan

By providing a quality, recuperative, soothing sleep, cordierite helps you recover quickly and better physical condition.

It gives back the desire for physical exertion, which promotes elimination.

Signification of cordierite in astrology

Cordierite has highly effective properties on all natives of the zodiac. Its effects are accented on the following signs:

Taurus symbol of stability, of the obstinacy and jealousy. This sign represents tenacity, perseverance and patience. Wearing cordierite reinforces the the sign's connection with nature and the environment Earth in particular. Firmly anchored, he arrives to overcome life's difficulties thanks to this earthy spirit. He has a very balanced personality. When he has goals to achieve, nothing distracts him from his way. He is very stubborn and lacks flexibility. He doesn't like change in his life and has more of a conservative. He likes to own property and making money is fundamental for him. Qualified as a fertile sign, it is associated with abundance and even luxury. Visit sensuality, demands the highest standards of cuddles and tenderness. He will quickly find its partner for life to start a family. But be careful not to not betray him, for he will not forgive;
Balance symbolizing balance, harmony and justice and harmony. This sign represents union, contracts, elegance and grace. He has artistic gifts, especially in music. Wearing a cordierite reinforces this sign in her choices, as she hunts hesitation. That's why this sign is renowned for his sense of justice. He has to choose sides, because he's so peace-loving. He has a enormous need to be loved, looked at and admired. He likes to be fashionable and is always very chicly dressed. He is known for kindness and altruism. He has a sense of contacts. In love, he shows great romanticism. He seeks marriage at an early age, for he abhors solitude;
Sagittarius a symbol of evolution intellectual, higher education philosophy and religion. This sign represents long-distance travel and discovering new ways of life. It is very optimism and the wearing of a cordierite reinforces that natural optimism. This sign is jovial, adventurous and even reckless. However, it is very lucky and brings good luck to his entourage. He must have an activity that leaves you free to move around and have a job flexible schedule. He hates routine and accountable. He always sets goals to achieve. Provocative and cheeky, he often speaks his mind at the risk of lack diplomacy. He's warm-hearted, generous and often very cheerful. Attention however, to its lack of fidelity, both in love and friendship. In love, he reveals himself is a great seducer and collects conquests. He is careful to preserve his freedom, but over the years he has sought to live a pure and sincere love.

The cordierite and the 3rd eye chakra

Cordierite, associated with the 3rd eye chakra, strengthens the and knowledge. It provides analytical skills, memory, imagination. This chakra, located between the two eyes, helps to give direction to your life. It removes doubts and brings lucidity and clarity. And so it is, problems quickly find solutions solutions.

Cordierite process purification

On arrival a cordierite in your home, you can must be purified in order to free it from the waves that she has encountered since her extraction. The following operations are to be carried out perform maintenance at least once a month or after intensive use.

Dip your cordierite in a glass of spring water for 1 hour, then dry it using the with a soft cloth. You can also purify it using incense or a bowl Tibetan.

Expose it to lunar rays when the moon is not full, or recharge it by placing it on a geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours. hours.

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