Blue Kyanite in Fuchsite Specimen from South Africa - A

Kyanite is most commonly seen in its blue form but has black, green, and orange varieties. Blue Kyanite forms in varying size bladed specimens, Black Kyanite typically forms in fans, and Green and Orange Calcite crystals tend to be very small. Gem quality Kyanite is translucent and makes for very attractive cabochon jewelry, though it is difficult to cut. Until recently, it was confused with Sapphire rather than being known as a separate mineral.
 
Chakra: Third Eye & Throat
Zodiac: Gemini & Pisces
Numerology: 3
Planet: Mercury & Neptune
Element: Water & Air
 
Fuchsite is a sparkling green variety of Muscovite, with Chromium giving it a distinctive color. The more Chromium present, the deeper the green. This green sparkle is what gives Green Aventurine the glittering green appearance. It was named after German mineralogist Johann Von Fuchs. Ruby crystals are sometimes found growing within Fuchsite, with a distinctive ring of Blue Kyanite around them. In Brazil, Fuchsite was considered a gift from the Pagan Sea Goddess Lemanja. Healers have traditionally associated this crystal with nature and energy, calling it the 'Healer Stone.'
Chakra: Heart
Zodiac: Aquarius
Numerology: 9
Planet: Mercury & Earth
Element: Earth