subject: Kyanite Meaning, History, Properties, Uses, Popularity And Healing Power [print this page] Kyanite derived from a Greek word Kuanos or kyanos which means deep blue is mainly popular as a semi-precious gemstone bead in fashion jewelry. It is basically a blue silicate material which has empirical formula Al2SiO5 and is found in Aluminum rich sedimentary rocks. Kyanite is also known as Cyanite, Disthene and Rhaeticite.
History
Kyanite gemstone bead was found in nineteenth century. Kyanite is mostly found in Brazil, Switzerland, Myanmar, USA (mountainous regions), Kenya and Zimbabwe. Initially it was also used as a compass by travelers to follow the earths magnetic force and get the directions. The orange colored kyanite is discovered from Tanzania. The color orange is because of manganese deposits in the rock structure.
Properties
Clarity
Kyanites crystal is usually columnar, fibrous and bladed. Apart from blue it is also available in other colors like green, yellow, white, orange, black, gray etc. It has a perfect cleavage of 100 with an imperfection of 010 with 79 degrees angle.
Cut
It is a rare gem and is also brittle in appearance. Due to brittle nature it is challenging to cut. As a gemstone bead it is available in various shapes like faceted, briolette, cushion, oval, drops, marquise, round and tumble.
Carat
The kyanite gemstone beads are mostly available in 0.10 to 5 carats in the market. Its specific gravity is between 3.53 and 3.67.
When buying kyanite gemstone bead one must look for high transparency, uniformity in color and maximum luster. Semi-transparent and translucent kyanite gems are quite cheaper in comparison to the best ones.
Uses & Popularity
Kyanite is used as refractory product mainly in casting molds, plumbing fixtures and dishware etc.
It is used as abrasives and insulators in electronics.
But the most favorite use is as a semi-precious gemstone which shows cats eye effect. In gemstone industry it is mainly used in pendants, earrings and brooches.
It is one of the important index mineral used to measure the depth, pressure and temperature at which a stone undergoes metamorphism.
Healing Powers
Kyanite is considered an important gemstone bead for relaxation and meditation. It is an excellent tranquilizer and keeps oneself peaceful and calm. It has positive effects on visualization, dreams and psychic activities. It helps foster flow of energy in body, concentration power and communication abilities. It brings loyalty, honesty and helps dispel anger and frustration.
It is associated with zodiac signs Libra, Taurus and Aries.
Its clears blocked energy and helps aligns all the chakras of human body. It is especially effective in third-eye and throat chakras.
