Weight – 5.85 oz’s – 165.9 gm’s
Dimensions – 3.610″ x 2.048″ tall/wide (9.170 x 5.202 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
USD $85.00
SKU: P3964
This specimen is a High Grade Polished Charoite Palm Stone with Natural Form. With the rich variations of purples, swirling patterns, and other colors also make it one of the most unique! Charoite is known as a soul stone that can provide strong physical and emotional healing energies. It’s a powerful spiritual stone that will remind you to live in the now. A white photo has been include to help better gauge the color.
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Weight – 5.85 oz’s – 165.9 gm’s
Dimensions – 3.610″ x 2.048″ tall/wide (9.170 x 5.202 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
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Charoite is a rare and visually distinctive mineral known for its swirling patterns of violet, lavender, and deep purple, often accented by black, white, or translucent inclusions. It was formally identified in the 1970s and named after the Charo River region of Siberia, Russia, where it remains the only confirmed source worldwide.
Unlike most gemstones, Charoite is not found in multiple global localities. Its formation is geologically unique, tied to a specific alkaline igneous complex and an unusual combination of minerals and conditions. This singular origin contributes to both its rarity and its strong identity in the mineral world.
Commercial mining of Charoite peaked decades ago and has since declined significantly. While material still exists in private holdings and warehouses, no large-scale active extraction is currently underway, and the total remaining supply is uncertain. As a result, fine-quality Charoite has become increasingly difficult to source.
Because of its popularity, Charoite is sometimes imitated using dyed stone, composite material, or polymer-based substitutes. Genuine Charoite displays complex fibrous patterns and chatoyant movement that are difficult to replicate artificially.
Charoite is a complex silicate mineral that forms through metasomatic processes, where existing rocks are chemically altered by mineral-rich fluids. Its development required an unusual geological environment involving alkaline igneous rocks interacting with limestone and other surrounding materials.
The mineral is composed of tightly intergrown fibrous crystals, which create its signature swirling, chatoyant appearance. These fibrous structures give Charoite its visual depth but also contribute to variable hardness and internal planes that require careful cutting and handling.
Charoite is typically opaque to translucent and is most often cut and polished into cabochons, beads, spheres, eggs, or wands rather than faceted stones.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Charoite |
| Chemical Formula | (K,Na,Ca)5(Si6O15)(OH,F)·nH2O |
| Crystal System | Monoclinic (fibrous aggregate) |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 5 – 6 |
| Luster | Vitreous to silky |
| Transparency | Opaque to translucent |
| Typical Formation | Metasomatic alteration in alkaline igneous complexes |
| Known Locality | Charo River region, Siberia, Russia |
⚠️ Handling:
Charoite is moderately durable but should still be handled with care, especially in polished forms. Avoid dropping or striking against harder surfaces.
🧼 Cleaning:
Clean using a soft cloth or gentle wipe. Brief water contact is generally acceptable, but avoid soaking, salt, ultrasonic cleaners, or harsh chemicals.
☀️ Light:
Charoite is generally light-stable, though prolonged intense sunlight may dull surface polish over time.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store separately from harder minerals to prevent scratching. Cushioned storage is recommended for polished spheres, eggs, and wands.