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Purple Stone – properties, virtues & benefits

February 22, 2022/in Gem Encyclopedia/by ICIA Media Center

Purpurite is a rare gemstone with an intense purple color, known for stimulating creativity and intuition. It’s also considered a stone of transformation, helPing to overcome fears and emotional blockages to achieve personal and sPiritual growth. Discover the healing and energizing properties of Purpurite.

PURPURITY CHARACTERISTICS

  • Chakra: Third eye, Crown.
  • Properties: Stimulates creativity and intuition, stone of transformation, helps overcome fears and emotional blocks to achieve personal and sPiritual growth.
  • Astrology: Neptune.
  • Zodiac: Sagittarius.
  • Elements: Fire and air.
  • Colors: Violet, purple, reddish.
  • Hardness: 4.5 – 5 on the Mohs scale.
  • Chemical formula: LiMnPO4.
  • Associated god: None.

HISTORY OF PYRITE STONE

During the 20th century, pyrite stone was widely used as a source of sulfur, even accounting for up to 18% of the world’s sulfur mined in 1985. However, this use has declined over time and now represents around 8% of global sulfur, equivalent to around 6.6 million tons per year. China is responsible for 90% of this production. Unlike other minerals such as hematite or magnetite, pyrite is not used in steel production due to its high extraction cost. DesPite this, pyrite stone remains widely used in various industries. In particular, it is used in sulfuric acid production, in powder metallurgy deposits, in the production of metals such as gold, copper, nickel and cobalt, and in radio reception (with pyrite sets to modulate amplitude). Finally, pyrite is also used in the construction of foundations in some countries, where it is considered an essential component.

HISTORY OF PURPURITY STONE

Purpurite stone takes its name from the Latin word “purpura” meaning purple, due to its distinct color ranging from Pink to red, through purple, violet and reddish. Discovered in 1905, this rare stone was named by Louis Caryl Graton and Théodore Schaller for its violet-like color. Unlike some minerals that have legends associated with them, purpurite has no particular story attached to it. The stone has a satin-like appearance and can sometimes exhibit iridescence or pleochroism.

When altered, stone can turn brown or even black, due to the oxidation reaction of manganese, the element responsible for its distinctive color.

PURPURITE STONE – ITS ORIGIN AND COMPOSITION

Stone consists of sedimentary iron-manganese phosphate, and its crystal system is orthorhombic. Its hardness varies between 4 and 4.5. Deposits of this stone are mainly located in Namibia, although it can also be found in other countries, including the USA (in South Dakota), Australia, South Africa, Madagascar, France and Portugal (Guarda region). Purpuritis is more rarely observed in Rwanda, Austria, China, Sweden and Spain.

PURPURITY STONE – VERTIES AND PROPERTIES

PSYCHOLOGICAL PURPURITY

Purpurite stone is known to promote cerebral function and nourish the brain thanks to its energetic psychic protection. It also has de-stressing virtues, calms the nerves, warding off anxiety and worry, and symbolizing freedom and initiation. Associated with the head chakra and hematite, it purifies and energizes the blood, and stabilizes uric acid levels. It is also effective against skin disorders and brings calm and psychic well-being.

In meditation, purpurite diffuses a violet hue and stimulates the 7th chakra, helPing us to become aware of our abilities, release our fears to act and become masters of our sPiritual asPirations. However, care should be taken as the rough stone can stain clothing.

Purpurite is considered one of the purest violet ray stones and offers a purification of our energy fields, cleansing our auric field and protecting us from negative entities. It encourages us to overcome psychological barriers and embrace the unknown, so we can face the future with ease. It also enables us to know our negative thoughts and free ourselves from them, while arousing the desire to reclaim our power for just and honorable ends for all.

PHYSICAL PURPURITY

Purpurite has interesting curative properties, notably to combat visible patches on the skin when applied directly to the wound. It also naturally regulates uric acid levels, stimulates the Pituitary endocrine gland and promotes the development of extrasensory abilities. In addition, it is reputed to improve blood circulation and purify the blood.

PURPURITY STONE – CLEAN AND RECHARGE

Of course! To clean and recharge the Purpurite stone, here are some common methods:

Cleaning:

  • Distilled water: gently rinse the stone with distilled water and dry with a soft cloth.
  • Encense: smoke the stone with incense, such as sage or palo santo.
  • Earth: wrap the stone in earth for a few hours, then remove and clean with a soft cloth.

Loading:

  • Solar light: place the stone in direct sunlight for a few hours to recharge.
  • Moonlight: expose the stone to the light of the full moon for an entire night to recharge.
  • Crystals: place the Purpurite stone on a cluster of quartz or amethyst crystal for several hours to recharge.

It is important to note that Purpurite is a relatively fragile stone and it is best to avoid exposing it to high temperatures or abrasive chemicals when cleaning or recharging.

WHERE DOES THE NAME PURPURITY COME FROM?

The name Purpurite comes from the Latin “purpura”, meaning “purple”, in reference to the stone’s distinctive color. Purpurite was first discovered in 1905 in Bavaria, Germany, by French mineralogist Alfred Lacroix. Since then, the stone has been found in other parts of the world, including Australia, Argentina, the USA and Namibia. Purpurite is a relatively rare stone sought after by mineral collectors and jewelry enthusiasts for its beautiful purple color and unique energetic properties.

WHICH CHAKRA DOES PURPURITY ACT ON?

Purpurite is a stone that acts primarily on the third eye and crown chakras. The third eye chakra, located in the center of the forehead, is associated with intuition, mental clarity and extrasensory perception. Purpurite can help stimulate this chakra, enhance intuition and promote understanding of intuitive messages. The crown chakra, located at the top of the head, is associated with sPirituality, divine connection and universal consciousness. Purpurite can help awaken and open this chakra, strengthening sPiritual connection and fostering a deeper understanding of life and the universe.

WHICH ASTROLOGICAL SIGN IS ASSOCIATED WITH PURPURITY?

The astrological sign Sagittarius is associated with the stone Purpurite. Sagittarians are often considered curious, adventurous and sPiritual, and Purpurite can be a useful stone to help them connect with their intuition and sPirituality.

PURPURITY STONE SUMMARY

Purpurite is a rare gemstone of intense purple color, which acts primarily on the third eye and crown chakras. It is known to stimulate creativity and intuition, help overcome fears and emotional blockages to achieve personal and sPiritual growth, as well as foster sPiritual connection and understanding of life and the universe. Purpurite is associated with the zodiac sign Sagittarius and can be cleansed and recharged using a variety of methods, such as distilled water, incense, sunlight or the use of crystals.

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