SELENIT
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
- GROUP Sulphates
- COMPOSITION CaSO 4 -2H 2 O
- COLOUR Colourless, white, light brown, yellow, pink
- TRDOTA 2
- SHINE Pearl glass
- TRANSPARENCY From transparent to translucent
- SPECIFIC GRAVITY 2.3
- REFRACTIVE INDEX 1,52 - 1,53
FEATURES
Selenite isthe name given to transparent gypsum crystals. Its name is derived from the Greek word 'Selene', meaning 'moon'.
Selenite is white hydrated calcium sulphate, although it can sometimes have grey or yellow tints due to impurities it may contain. The crystals are usually tabular blocks composed of elongated parallel plates. It may also form twins, fibrous crystals or a radial shape
Selenite occurs in clays and lapis, in salt deposits and in metal deposits.
Locations: USA, Canada, Australia, Mexico, Germany, Spain, France, England, Italy, Morocco.
METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Selenite symbolises spiritual purity . It infuses deep peace and is recommended for meditation. It is considered a stone for expanding consciousness and for activating higher energy centres such as the crown chakra. Selenite helps to calm the mind and promotes clarity and lucidity .