Crystals & Gemstones | Identification, Meanings & Properties

Polished sodalite gemstone in deep blue with white calcite veining, shown in close-up on a dark surface, highlighting its glossy texture and patterns.

Sodalite | Meaning, Properties, and History

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Sodalite (chemical composition: Na₈(Al₆Si₆O₂₄)Cl₂) is a deep blue gemstone with white, gray, or occasionally orange veining that gives each specimen its own unique character.

Sodalite | Meaning, Properties, and History

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Sodalite (chemical composition: Na₈(Al₆Si₆O₂₄)Cl₂) is a deep blue gemstone with white, gray, or occasionally orange veining that gives each specimen its own unique character.

Hyper-realistic close-up of polished malachite with vivid green banded patterns in 16:9 format.

Malachite | Properties, History, and Uses

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Malachite (scientific name: copper carbonate hydroxide) is a striking green gemstone recognized for its banded patterns and vibrant color.

Malachite | Properties, History, and Uses

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Malachite (scientific name: copper carbonate hydroxide) is a striking green gemstone recognized for its banded patterns and vibrant color.

Polished multicolored tourmaline gemstone with vivid green, pink, and black hues on a neutral background.

Tourmaline | Properties, History, and Uses

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Tourmaline (scientific name: cyclosilicate mineral group, containing varieties such as schorl, elbaite, and dravite) is a gemstone admired for its wide spectrum of colors and unique crystal structures.

Tourmaline | Properties, History, and Uses

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Tourmaline (scientific name: cyclosilicate mineral group, containing varieties such as schorl, elbaite, and dravite) is a gemstone admired for its wide spectrum of colors and unique crystal structures.

Red jasper gemstone with deep red tones and natural earthy patterns, polished for jewelry or display.

Red Jasper | Properties, History, and Uses

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Red jasper (scientific name: microcrystalline quartz, variety of chalcedony) is a gemstone known for its deep crimson to brick-red hues and grounding energy.

Red Jasper | Properties, History, and Uses

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Red jasper (scientific name: microcrystalline quartz, variety of chalcedony) is a gemstone known for its deep crimson to brick-red hues and grounding energy.

Polished lapis lazuli gemstone with deep blue color and golden pyrite flecks.

Lapis Lazuli | Properties, History, and Uses

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Lapis lazuli (lazurite with calcite and pyrite) is a historic gemstone. Its deep blue with golden flecks resembles a starry night sky.

Lapis Lazuli | Properties, History, and Uses

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Lapis lazuli (lazurite with calcite and pyrite) is a historic gemstone. Its deep blue with golden flecks resembles a starry night sky.