Fuchsite
A variety of Muscovite
What is Fuchsite?
Fuchsite's primary use is for gemstone production and is a striking emerald-green variety of the mineral muscovite. This mineral is frequently carved into small decorative objects or shaped into cabochons that are less likely to receive strong impacts or heavy wear given it is not a hard stone. It is also valued by collectors as an ornamental stone or mineral specimen.
Uses & Applications
Fuchsite is often worn as a pendant, and it is also carved into small sculptures. Its green color prevents its use in most construction projects, but it can be ground up and used as a pigment extender in green paint. Cut into fine sheets, fuchsite is also used in a variety of electronic devices.
Healing Properties
Fuchsite is often referred to as the "Healing Stone" due to its strong purported powers of healing. It is an excellent stone for complete healing of the mind, body, and spirit. It has been said that its benefits are so strong that the healing powers can help anyone in its vicinity. Its calming energy may provide a sense of balance and harmony when used in the home.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- 1.552-1.618
- Pleochroism
- Weak
- Optical Character
- Biaxial negative
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The Meaning
Fuchsite was admired as a magical stone by shamans and healers. They believed that the stone had the power to show the root of the disease. The stone was generally associated with well-being and health. Herbalists even thought that fuchsite could help gardens to be abundant and healthy.
Associated Chakras
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Green
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 2.5
- Density
- 2.77 - 2.88 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
- Luster
- Pearly, Vitreous, Silky
- Crystal System
- Monoclinic
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- K(Al,Cr)3Si3O10(OH)2
- Elements
- Al, Cr, H, K, O, Si
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