Black kyanite

Kyanite is a natural mineral, aluminum silicate. Its color scheme is quite diverse - there are specimens of blue, green, yellow, purple hues, sometimes they are completely colorless. However, the most amazing variety of gem is black. What is its peculiarity and why is it called a witch's broom? All this is further in the article.

Description

Black kyanite is a very rare variety of this group. The shade sometimes has a metallic silver overflow on the surface, which completely distinguishes it from its "brothers". This color is due to impurities that are part of the mineral. These are mainly graphite, magnetite and hematite. But the most amazing feature of black kyanite is the shape of the crystal. In the process of growth, it forms a semblance of a fan, for which it received its second name - a witch's broom.

However, all other characteristics of black kyanite do not differ from other varieties:

• shine - glass;
• hardness is a rather relative concept, since it can vary - from 4 to 7 on the Mohs scale;
• practically opaque, sunlight mostly does not shine through;
• in acids insoluble;
• when heated from 1100 ° C, it decomposes into quartz glass and mullite, but the stone is considered quite refractory.

The main deposits are Brazil, Burma, Kenya, USA, Austria, Germany.

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Black kyanite is popular not only among lithotherapists - specialists in alternative medicine - it is given special attention in esotericism and magic. This is not surprising, because the black color has always been considered a stone of mystery, powerful magical energy and strength. It is believed that the mineral is a natural conductor of man. It helps him to think sensibly and judiciously, to make decisions correctly, guided solely by reason, and not by feelings. Also, the gem helps to focus on completing a specific task and not be distracted and not exchanged for secondary issues.

In addition, black kyanite is often used for meditation. It helps to drive away extraneous thoughts and relax.

As for the medicinal properties, lithotherapists are sure that black kyanite strengthens the immune system, improves metabolism and, in general, has a beneficial effect on human health. Also, the healing effects of the gem include:

• improves memory;
• protection against viruses and infections;
• eliminates insomnia, normalizes sleep and wakefulness;
• positively affects the functioning of the kidneys and liver;
• treats diseases of the genitourinary system;
• calms the nervous system, relieves stress, depression, despondency, constant mood swings;
• normalizes blood pressure;
• relieves pain.

Application

Black kyanite is rarely used as a gemstone due to the difficulty of cutting due to its perfect cleavage. However, decorations are still found with him, although very rarely. Basically, the mineral is kept in its fan-shaped form in order to fully show the beauty of the natural crystal.

Also, the gem is widely used in some areas for the production of various refractory products and porcelain.

Who is suitable for the sign of the zodiac

According to astrologers, black kyanite is the stone of Sagittarius and Gemini.

Energetic Sagittarius is an eternal wanderer and adventurer. He usually ignores the rules of society, because he believes that a person should always and everywhere be free. In addition, this is one of the signs that always strive for fame and success. Black kyanite will help Sagittarius achieve their goals and calm their temper a little, but at the same time it will not let them get into some kind of adventure or intrigue.

But the Geminis always strive for new knowledge and often grab onto several things at the same time, which does not allow them to complete the tasks to the end. They are too fussy in life, and black kyanite will help them find peace, set priorities correctly, focus on the main goals and protect them from negativity from the outside.