Thulite

thulite

Thulite, sometimes called rosaline, is a translucent, crystalline or massive pink manganese-bearing variety of the mineral zoisite.

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Thulite stone rosaline

Manganese substitutes for calcium in the structure with up to two percent Mn2+. It is often mottled with white calcite and occurs as veins and fracture fillings transecting many types of rock. In mineralogical literature, it may sometimes refer to any pink zoisite. Clinothulite is the manganese bearing variety of monoclinic clinozoisite.

Deposits

The stone was first discovered at a place called Sauland in Telemark, Norway in 1820. It is named after the mythical island of Thule in the belief that the island is Scandinavia. It is used as a gemstone and carving material in the manufacture of jewelry and ornamental objects.

The gemstone is also found in the Austrian Tyrol and in Mitchell County, North Carolina. A new, more recent find of a small quantity of stones was discovered near Riverside in Okanogan County, Washington, US and in Snillfjord i Trøndelag, Norway during tunnel constructions in December 2018.

Thulite meaning

The following section is pseudo scientific and based on cultural beliefs.

The crystal has an energy that inspires eloquent speech.

They can be beneficial healing crystals for you to keep on you to aid you to build rapport with others, and make it easier for you to build one on one connections with other people.

This can be helpful, even if you are simply shy, and have been feeling uncomfortable in social situations, as it helps you to feel more at ease with others.
Its vibration is one of enthusiasm for living, and it inspires extroversion. It inspires passion for living, contentment, happiness and joy.

Pink thulite stone

FAQ

What chakra is thulite crystal good for?

The stone resonates very strongly with the heart chakra, which makes it a very positive stone for emotions. It will encourage you to work for peace and contentment in your life, and to fill your relationship with joy and happiness.

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