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Rhodonite — meaning, properties & history
Rhodonite
The Russian stone of emotional balance and grounded, pragmatic compassion.
Physical Characteristics
Hardness
Mohs 6
Composition
MnSiO₃
Mineral Family
Pyroxenoid
Lustre
Vitreous
Associations
Planet
♀ Venus
Zodiac
♉ Taurus, ♏ Scorpio
Element
Earth, Fire
Chakra
Heart, Root
Healing Properties
- Emotional balance
- Pragmatic compassion
- Forgiveness
- Grounded love
- Self-worth
- Inner healing
Colour
Rose pink
Deep magenta
Black veining
About this Rhodonite bracelet
The Russian stone of emotional balance and grounded, pragmatic compassion.
History
Rhodonite holds significant historical importance in Russia, where massive deposits were discovered in the Ural Mountains during the eighteenth century. It was traditionally favoured by the Russian czars, who commissioned elaborate carvings, obelisks, and sarcophagi from the striking pink and black mineral. In traditional practices, the inclusion of black manganese oxides is believed to ground its compassionate properties. The name comes from the ancient Greek word 'rhodon', simply meaning rose.
Care
△Earth❀Smudging♪Sound
≈Water⚠Harsh chemicals