About Holmquistite

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• Mineralogy and geology*
• Metaphysical, Spiritual and Healing** Properties***
• Common Associations

Mineralogy and Geology of Holmquistite

Mineral formula: ◻{Li₂}{Mg₃Al₂}(Si₈O₂₂)(OH)₂ ◻

Grouping: an amphibole, part of the holmsquistite group

Crystal system: orthorhombic

Crystal habit: acicular

Cleavage: perfect {210}

Color: black, dark-violet, light blue

Luster: vitreous

Streak: white with hints of sky-blue

Diaphaneity: transparent, translucent,

Moh’s scale hardness: 5 - 6

Specific gravity: 2.95 – 3.13

Named after: Swedish petrologist Per Johan Holmquist

Type locality: Uto Mines, Uto, Sweden

Geological occurrence: metasomatic replacements near the outer margins of lithium-rich pegmatites

Spiritual, Metaphysical and Healing Properties

This mineral is known for its assistance with stress reduction and its calming effect, similar to other lithium-bearing minerals.

Common Associations

• Chakra – all
• Numerology - vibrates to the number 6, or 1 when formed with quartz
• Planets – variable, depends on the type
• Zodiac – Capricorn, Scorpio
• Birthstone – none traditional
• Wedding Anniversary – none traditional

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* Mineralogical information is from mindat.org

** Always consult with your medical professional for any physical or long-term healing issues.

*** Metaphysical properties come from: 

Love Is in the Earth (1995) Melody, Earth-Love Publishing House, 726 pp.

The Crystal Bible, A Definitive Guide to Crystals (2003) Judy Hall, Walking Stick Press, 399 pp.