Stichtite Atlantisite Raw Stones (1.50-3 Inch - A Grade - 8-12 Pieces Per Pound) Ethically Sourced from South Africa

An amazing find of rare and beautiful stichtite stones from South Africa. Raw material is particularly challenging to get on a reliable basis as most of the highest grade crystals go into polished item production such as points, spheres, or jewelry items. These stones have a vibrant purple coloration often mixed with green serpentine and contain little to no surface deposits on the crystals after our natural methods of cleaning and polishing. While the size range is considerable, they are very soft and lightweight stones that can be effortlessly broken down further if desired. Larger pieces are quite rare and highly sought after. The combination of stichtite and serpentine occasionally goes by the alternative name atlantisite.

Note: Compared to some of the other minerals we naturally polish, stichtite tends to be variably porous and is quite the soft stone. Some pieces take very well to polishing, while others lose their luster rather rapidly. Therefore we suggest polishing about once a month to keep these specimens looking as vibrant as possible. We highly recommend using natural oils like grapeseed or jojoba (which is semi-clear, odorless, and very thin) over toxic petroleum-based mineral oils for polishing.

Description: Stichtite is a rare, pink to purple mineral often found with green serpentine. This stone is believed to enhance emotional healing, promote love and compassion, and provide protection. Its unique color combination and powerful properties make Stichtite a popular choice for both aesthetic and healing purposes.

• Color: Pink to purple, often found with green serpentine.

• Primary Sources: Tasmania, South Africa, Canada.

• Mining/Collection: Mined from metamorphic rock formations.

• Crystal Form/Structure: Hexagonal, massive form.

• Hardness: 1.5-2 on the Mohs scale.

• Physical Properties: Enhances emotional healing and protection.

• Emotional Properties: Promotes love and compassion.

• Healing Properties: Supports the immune system, aids in physical healing.

• Chakra: Heart and Crown chakras.

• Astrological Sign: Virgo.

• Unique Fact: Stichtite is often found with serpentine, creating a striking combination of pink and green.

• Usage Insight: Use Stichtite in meditation to enhance emotional healing and promote love and compassion.

• Care Instructions: Clean your Stichtite by wiping it with a dry cloth; avoid prolonged exposure to water to prevent damage.

• Authenticity Tips:

• Color: Genuine Stichtite has a natural pink to purple color, often with green serpentine. Be cautious of stones that appear overly bright or uniform.

• Inclusions: Real Stichtite often has natural inclusions. Perfectly clear stones might be synthetic.

• Hardness Test: Stichtite is very soft (1.5-2 on the Mohs scale) and can be scratched easily by a fingernail.