CHARACTERISTICS OF UNAKITE
Origin of the name: It comes from the place where it was discovered, the Unakite Mountains, in Northern Tennessee and North Carolina, in the United States.
Chemical Composition: Silicates - sorosilicates Ca 2 Al 2 (Fe,Al)(SiO 4 )(Si 2 O 7 )O(OH)
Hardness: 6-7
Deposits: United States, Brazil, China, South Africa and Sierra Leone.
Color(s): Pistachio green
History and Legends:
In ancient times, the North American indigenous people considered unakite a sacred stone. Today, it is one of the most used stones for the production of North American indigenous crafts.
Curiosities:
- Unakite stone is rare to find in gem form, but common in honeycomb form.
Lithotherapy Properties:
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Balance
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Helps clear blocks from the past
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Enhances personal and spiritual growth
Physical Properties:
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Promotes physical and energetic healing
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Strengthens the thyroid
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Strengthens the reproductive system
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Favors pregnancy
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Regulates intestinal and liver functions
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Helps with bone problems, joint disorders and fractures
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Helps strengthen the immune system.