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Sodalite — meaning, properties & history
Sodalite
A deep blue stone traditionally associated with logical thought and clear communication.
Physical Characteristics
Hardness
Mohs 5.5
Composition
Na₈(Al₆Si₆O₂₄)Cl₂
Mineral Family
Feldspathoid
Lustre
Vitreous
Associations
Planet
☽ Moon, ♀ Venus
Zodiac
♐ Sagittarius, ♍ Virgo
Element
Water, Air
Chakra
Throat, Third Eye
FromRs 6,999
Healing Properties
- Rational thought
- Truth seeking
- Clear communication
- Intuition
- Emotional balance
- Self-expression
Colour
Royal blue
Indigo
White mottling
About this Sodalite bracelet
A deep blue stone traditionally associated with logical thought and clear communication.
History
Sodalite is a relatively recent discovery compared to ancient gemstones, first officially documented in Greenland in the early nineteenth century. It gained significant prominence in 1891 when large deposits were discovered in Canada, coinciding with a visit from the British royal family, leading to its traditional moniker 'Princess Blue'. The name is a literal reference to its high sodium content, combining 'soda' with the Greek 'lithos' for stone.
Care
☽Moonlight❀Smudging
≈Water⚠Harsh chemicals