PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
- GROUP Silicates - tectosilicates
- COMPOSITION SiO2
- COLOR Black and white
- CRYSTALLINE SYSTEM Hexagonal / trigonal
- CRYSTALLINE HABIT Microcrystalline
- HARDNESS 7
- FRACTURE Uneven
- EXFOLIATION Null
- GLOSS Cerulean to matte
- STRIP White
- TRANSPARENCY From transparent to translucent
- SPECIFIC GRAVITY 2.7
MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Merlinite is the trade name for dendritic opal. It is a chalcedony or variety of microcrystalline quartz with inclusions of iron oxide and manganese that take the form of branches, plants or mosses.
Deposits: United States.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
The merlinite, like the dendritic opal, is known as a stone of connection with the earth and with plant nature. Helps in the performance and health of plants and crops. It is said to enhance abundance and focus energy, bringing stability and enjoyment. Merlinite is considered a magical stone, which connects with the wisdom of alchemists and shamans. Its black and white color favors the balance between dualities and opposites, yin-yang, male and female principles, conscious and unconscious, intellect and intuition.
