Tradename(s):

Seraphinite (Clinochlore)

Family:

Clays (Chlorite Group)

Description:

Clinochlore forms from the metamorphic and hydrothermal alterations of other iron and magnesium silicate minerals. The variety seraphinite has silvery chatoyant fibers much like charoite. It has a vitreous to pearly luster. The crystalline structure is monoclinic.

Hardness:

2-2.5

Found:

The Seraphinite variety comes from only one location, the Bratsk region of Siberia, Russia which is northeast of Lake Baikal. Clinochlore itself is found all over the world.

Healing Properties:

Enhances circulation, relieves chills when used as an elixir.

Astrology:

Chakra:

Crown Chakra

Feng Shui:

Legends and Folklore:

Clinochlore gets its name from the Greek words for inclined and green since its structure is monoclinic and its common color is green. Seraphinite is a very recent stone to the market, therefore it doesn't have a long enough lifespan for folklore. For a time this stone disappeared off the market, but happily it has resurfaced. Since it is a fairly soft material, its main uses are as mineral specimens, and as cabochons for jewelry.