Properties, history, virtues and benefits of azurite

Theazurite it is a stone whose magnificent scale of blues lies between azure, indigo and overseas. It exists in the form of compact masses, but primarily in the form of crystals rich in many facets of a prismatic appearance. Translucent and with a glassy sheen, azure stone often turns into malachite test of time. Several places around the world produce azurite crystals, including Australia and France.

Mineralogical properties of azurite

Technical specifications

• Group : basic carbonates
• Crystal system: monoclinic
• Composition: basic copper carbonate
• Colours: intense ultramarine blue, light indigo blue
• Density: 3,77 3,79 to
• Hardness: 3,5-4
• Transparency: translucent
• Glow : glass
• Forms: blooming crystals or clumps
• deposits: Mexico, Russia, Arizona, Morocco

Varieties of azurite

Rarely pure in its purest form, azurite bonds easily with surrounding minerals and usually transforms into malachite. In nature, azurite and malachite are often found in a mixture, their chemical composition and crystal system are identical. This variety is then called by their two adjacent names. Chrysocolla, azurmalachite or benite form specific combinations of azurite and malachite.

Azurite and azurite-malachite jewelry and objects

Etymology of the word "azurite"

The Greeks called him kuana ', an ancestor of the word 'cyan'. Among the Romans, this stone was known by the names blue sky ou armenium. Only at the beginning of the 19th century did the origin of its current name through a Persian term" Lavard ». The latter denotes color blue how, more broadly, the azure sky now evokes shades of azurite. It was François Sulpice Bedant, a geologist specializing in mineralogy, who gave it the name azurite.

History of azurite

The first uses of bluestone

The initial traces of the use of this mineral come from Ancient Egypt, a civilization dating back more than 3000 years BC. The Egyptians, knowing the beauty and intensity of its color, extracted azurite to make pigments. They were then integrated into paintings and works of art. Historians also highlight the use of this stone in Greek and Roman civilizations.

Middle Ages: colors and symbols

In the Middle Ages, the bluish shades of azurite, then called blue skyhave not lost their fame. Then the stone was used, in particular, for coloring manuscripts. From Central America maya civilization, whose era ended in the 16th century, already gave metaphysical merit to azurite. She symbolized wisdom of the heart as well as the form connection between man and the higher mind.

Yesterday and today

Since at least the 18th century, azurite has been loved by artists, jewelers and collectors. Its tendency to color malachite green under certain conditions makes it a delicate stone to work with and keep.

Properties of azurite in lithotherapy

Lithotherapy perceives azurite as mineral symbol of intuition. A stone that opens horizons of possibilities and expands extrasensory potential. Representation of the divine and mystical, this mineral with subtle properties flirts with the world of magic and the inexplicable.

Azurite resonates with zodiac sign sagittarius. Passionate about experiments, open and sensitive, Sagittarius loves inner travel and adventure. Azurite guides him in his search for meaning and increases clairvoyance.

Its properties are related to especially the three chakras. Azurite naturally harmonizes with chakra of the third eye. It represents intuition and thought, it is the source of dialogue between the material and the spiritual. It's through coronal chakra that the indigo stone connects with the divine and promotes astral travel. Finally throat chakra benefit from the effect of azurite in speech disorders of nervous origin.

The virtues of azurite against ailments of physical origin

Ally of memory

Through its balancing effect on the cells of the human body, azurite unifies the power of all microcellular memories. It then becomes a catalyst for memories, stimulating synaptic connections and activating good memory health.

Powerful anti-inflammatory

This mineral is widely used in lithotherapy for fight inflammation and limit damage from microbial activity. This anti-inflammatory effect is attributed to the high content of copper.

health guardian angel

Lithotherapists consider azurite a valuable tool for identify and analyze dysfunctions of the human body. It identifies imbalances, investigates the causes of disease, and allows for a holistic assessment. By this preventive action, it acts as a protective health stone.

Postoperative healing factor

This stone brings a significant source of energy in various contexts. We especially recommend its use in a postoperative context. It brings the strength and optimism needed for optimal recovery.

The virtues of azurite against ailments of mental and psychological origin

Spiritual Ability Activation

Azurite strengthens our connection with the spiritual part present in us. It reveals the secrets of intuition and brings us closer to our feelings. Through its effect on the boundaries of our consciousness, this stone opens our thoughts, clears the mind and releases our blocks. In this way, he offers us a new vision of ourselves and our lives.

In connection with the divine

Lithotherapy gives azurite potential for connection with the divine, lifting the veil over a form of telepathy. Drawing on the resources of this mineral, people attracted by the cosmos and looking for fundamental truths will make fascinating spiritual journeys.

Grounding and Meditation

Azure stone brings us closer to our feelings and sensations. She helps us find grounding and achieve a meditative state. Sessions meditationassociated with azurite are beneficial for both psychological and physical balance.

Freedom from phobias

Azurite is also a valuable element for fight against phobias. It highlights automatic thought patterns and helps to separate from them in order to eliminate their detrimental effects in terms of irrational fears.

What stones are associated with azurite?

As part of its impact on the 3rd eye chakra, azurite is harmoniously combined with lapis lazuli or kyanite. The proximity of their energies and colors enhances their overall effect.

In the realm of intuition the properties of azurite are exponentially consistent with those of amethyst and labradorite. We can recommend chrysocolla to accompany and enhance the vibrations of azurite. Finally, for the purpose of the inner journey, the unification black tourmaline good for directing the mind.

How to clean and recharge azurite?

The stones used in lithotherapy benefit from the fact that they regularly charged and cleaned. It is a way to provide them with the care they need to enhance and target their vibrational power. So you can continue to enjoy all of their benefits.

Having a composition close to malachite, avoid prolonged exposure to water. However, you can clear it by passing under running water for a few minutesbefore wiping it thoroughly. You can also use stone cleaning method an alternative such as incense or salt.

To recharge Azurite, you can place it on an accumulation of quartz in the center of an amethyst geode, or just by exposing it natural sunlight or moonlight.