Dioptase

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Dioptase

 

Dioptase is a beautiful green crystal that is often compared to

Emerald. It is softer and more brittle than emeralds are and is

therefore not used in jewelry very often.

it is a minor source of Copper and is a treasured mineral specimen among

collectors but does not have commercial uses.

 

I have two small clusters of Dioptase one is from Namibia and the

other from Russia although I no longer recall which is which because I

failed to keep written records and my memory is not as good as I

thought. This is one of my most favorite crystals. Dioptase has been

known since before minerals began to be formally cataloged in 1797 but

has only recently attracted much notice and come to the fore in crystal

healing work . It is now known as a very Powerful " New Age " crystal.(

Diane Stein and Melody)

 

Dioptase is rather a rare mineral s consisting of acid copper

orthosilicate, H2CuSiO4 crystallizes in the parallel-faced herniahedral

class of the rhombohedral system

" PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

 

* Color is deep green.

* Luster is vitreous.

* Transparency crystals are transparent to translucent.

* Crystal System is trigonal; bar 3 (Dioptase is one of the few

rhombic silicates).

* Crystal Habits include stubby crystals that are usually well

formed prisms topped with the three faces of a rhombohedon. Prisms are

six sided and usually not very long. Simple rhombohedrons are also common.

* Cleavage is perfect in three directions forming rhombohedrons.

* Fracture is conchoidal and brittle.

* Hardness is 5 (harder than other green copper minerals). " excerpt

from (http://www.galleries.com/minerals/silicate/dioptase/dioptase.htm)

 

It seems to be found mostly in small clusters. I was unable to locate

details of current mining operations for Dioptase. Dioptase is found

in rather more places than I'd thought. The current main sources of

Dioptase seem to be Namibia and Russia but it is also found in Morocco

, the Congo , Zaire, Chile, Argentina, Mexico and several US states

including New Mexico, Arizona and California.

 

Crystal Healing: Dioptase: Like most Green stones Dioptase is usually

considered a Heart Chakra stone but it also clears and stimulates all

chakra to a higher level of

awareness and action promotes ability to live in the moment. a very

powerful green stone for spiritual attunement and releasing past life

trauma also for pain relief and cellular healing.

Uses of this crystal for physical healing include use to strengthen

the the heart and cardiovascular and central nervous systems and as an

aid for aid for ulcers, nervous stomach, heart troubles, blood pressure.

Dioptase is a Tonic stone in that it strengthens and vitalizes

balances the body and mind. can be called upon for Emotional stability

, peace of mind. Excellent for use with healing and affirmations.

Abundance, prosperity, progress, health, well being. Heal childhood

trauma, shock help with teaching.

 

Dioptase gem elixir is recommended For those who deny themselves

emotionally. Do not make conventional elixir with Dioptase because of

the copper content.

 

Dioptase often steps forward for uplifting the spirit and for all

purposes of healing and meditation both vitalizing and restful. It is

also known for helping with the connection to the higher mind of nature

Spirits.

I don't really care what is the traditional use it has always been an

excellent companion and when I feel the urge to pick it up and spent

ti,e with it I get whatever it is I needed at the time it can be

calming , it can be invigorating , it can alleviate pain, call in dreams

and clear away mental fog. For a long time one of the little clusters

I have the care of would break off /release a single crystal whenever I

was around someone who needed deep emotional healing or comfort and

healing from severe chronic illness or was was getting Chemotherapy .

 

Peggy Jentoft

 

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