CELESTINE

MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Celestine is a strontium sulfate, although strontium can sometimes be substituted for barium. Its name comes from the Latin "coelestis" which means "celestial", referring to its light blue color. The best known matchmaker is the blue one, but there is also white, yellow, red, green and light brown matchmaker. Its crystals are tabular and have a vitreous luster. It is found in hydrothermal veins and in sedimentary rocks. The most important deposits of celestite are found in Madagascar.

Deposits: Madagascar, Mexico, United States, Canada, England, Peru, Austria and Germany.

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES

The celestite is considered a stone of high vibration that connects with the spiritual world. It has a soft and calming energy, similar to the aquamarine. Provides clarity and fluid communication. It instills peace and is often suitable for meditation and creative processes. It is a stone that encourages evolution and progress.