Charoite is a rare mineral, which is only ever found in the massive form. Its pattern of contrasting lavender, lilac, violet and purple swirls is extremely distinctive and is said by some to resemble a purple marble. In addition, the presence of impurities such as microcline feldspar (greenish-grey), tinaksite (orange), aegirine (dark green to black) and canasite (yellow) can add regions of a completely different color to the material.<\/p>\n
The world\u2019s only source of charoite was first discovered in the 1940s, during the construction of a rail tunnel close to eastern Siberia\u2019s Chara River. However, it did not emerge as a significant ornamental material until it was officially described in 1978, with the delay blamed on the fact that it appears as somewhat dull and unremarkable prior to polishing.<\/p>\n
Meaning of Charoite<\/strong><\/p>\n Charoite is an incredible stone of the Violet Ray with an almost tangible movement of energy flowing in magnificent swirls and eddies of violet, lavender, and purple. It is rare and complex, one of nature\u2019s best dream stones and illuminators, allowing access to lessons learned in past lives, healing emotional fears to live in the present, and opening to spiritual guidance for the future.<\/p>\n This stone embodies a unique synthesis between the Crown and Heart Chakras, bringing high spiritual energy into union with unconditional love from the physical plane, and grounding it here on Earth where it is needed most. It is a Stone for\u00a0This<\/em> Age, assisting in the here and now\u00e2\u20ac\u00a6conveying the message that one is exactly where one should be during this moment. It is a talisman of acceptance and letting go; a \u201cbestower of good,\u201d encouraging service to humanity, and for attaining approval of the Self.<\/p>\n Incredibly mesmerizing to look at, Charoite is a purple stone with iridescent swirls of glistening lavender. Known as a powerful healing stone, it is thought to\u00a0convert negative emotions into positive actions.<\/strong>\u00a0When we feel overwhelmed by the hardships of the world, Charoite can remind us that we are more powerful than we believe and inspire us to\u00a0act with kindness and compassion.<\/strong><\/p>\n \n Emotionally, Charoite is both\u00a0a protective and an energizing stone for empaths and healers.<\/strong>\u00a0It motivates us to channel our efforts toward enacting positive change and helping others while assisting us in setting healthy boundaries.<\/span><\/p>\n Charoite reminds us to preserve our energy to avoid emotional exhaustion and to not take on more than we can handle. Through teaching us that we are all connected, this stone reminds us that we cannot help others if we do not first take care of ourselves.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to inspiring us to selflessly help others, Charoite is a remarkable\u00a0stone for reflection<\/strong>. When we think of our past mistakes that still bring us guilt or pain, instead of punishing ourselves, Charoite challenges us to learn from our experiences without harsh judgment. This stone supports us as we ask ourselves, \u201cHow can I make things right, and how can I do better from now on?\u201d Its strong humanitarian properties help us to\u00a0keep a loving worldview close<\/strong>\u00a0at heart and remember that our actions have a ripple effect.<\/span><\/p>\n Charoite is a\u00a0stone of\u00a0inner knowledge<\/strong>,\u00a0harnessing energies<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0purifying the etheric body<\/strong>. Popular among healers and psychics, Charoite is thought to help one tolerate high-frequency vibrations and\u00a0prevent psychic fatigue<\/strong>. Charoite draws on higher frequencies of the Earth’s energies, allowing it to be channeled into this realm through the beholder. In general, it assists the flow of energy through the body,\u00a0removing blockages<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0preventing overstimulation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n While Charoite opens us to new energies, it also is considered an\u00a0energetically protective stone<\/strong>, helping shield us from negative or disruptive forces. Charoite\u00a0opens the mind to latent knowledge<\/strong>\u00a0and activates\u00a0Third Eye<\/strong>, nourishing intuition and predictive abilities. Charoite may seem like it is all about the conceptual, even ‘flightier’ side of healing, but it is also known for being\u00a0powerfully grounding<\/strong>; Charoite helps us turn the ethereal realm into something we can grasp and utilize in this reality for practical, powerful change in our own lives and for the benefit of others.<\/p>\n History of Charoite<\/strong><\/p>\n Discovered in the 1940s, Charoite was unknown to the outside world until 1978. Its name is derived from the Chara (or Charo) River in eastern Siberia, Russia, the only site in the world where it is found. The word \u201cChary\u201d in Russian means \u201cmagic\u201d or \u201ccharms.\u201d The term \u201cCharoite Jade\u201d is a trade name for Charoite used in various applications as a decorative stone.<\/p>\n Charoite\u2019s appearance was so magical in fact, that when it was first discovered, it was thought to be a fake – many thought it must be dyed to appear such a striking shade of purple.\u00a0Also, it\u00a0was challenging to determine Charoite\u2019s specific, complex make-up and how it was possible that such a deposit exists in isolation.\u00a0<\/span>It took nearly 15 years, but Charoite\u2019s status as a genuine and unique mineral was finally approved by the International Mineral Association in 1978.<\/p>\n Charoite is a complex silicate containing elements such as potassium, sodium, calcium, barium, strontium, oxygen, silicon, and hydrogen. It is often found with inclusions of microcline feldspar, aergirine-augite, and tinaksite. Its distinctive color, ranging from bright lavender and violet to deep purple, together with its unusual patterns makes it so unusual it is often mistaken for a synthetic. It is found in massive form in dense fibrous aggregates and may be translucent to opaque with a slight to moderate chatoyancy and a vitreous silky luster. It is relatively soft for use in rings or bracelets but works well in other jewelry. It is heat sensitive so steam cleaning and ultrasonic methods should be avoided.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Charoite is a rare mineral, which is only ever found in the massive form. Its pattern of contrasting lavender, lilac, violet and purple swirls is extremely distinctive and is said by some to resemble a purple marble. In addition, the presence of impurities such as microcline feldspar (greenish-grey), tinaksite (orange), aegirine (dark green to black)… <\/p>\n