Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Gaspeite

GASPEITE

I ran across Gaspeite some years ago at the Gem and Mineral Show in Tucson.  The color is the first thing one notices.  It is light green or apple green and is quite unique.  Some pieces almost seem to glow.  Brownish strips and patches give it a distinctive look.
Gaspeite is a rare mineral which was discovered in 1966 and is named for the locality of Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada where it was originally found. Western Australia became the major source of Gaspeite of good color though it is claimed that none is currently being mined.

Since this is a recent discovery, Gaspeite has no know folk lore though it was thought to bring good fortune.

It is thought to reduce stress and help with heart, lung and gallbladder problems when used as a healing stone.  Metaphysically, it is believed to encourage spirituality in day to day living.
I'll be listing this pillow Gaspeite bracelet, soon.

21 comments:

  1. I LOVE that shade of green. Lovely!

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  2. Beautiful! I had never heard of this before, very interesting post!

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  3. Great to learn about something new, thanks for sharing this information.
    Judy

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  4. Love the color and that you share the healing properties. I'm into that.

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  5. It looks so elegant with the gold components. Beautiful, Calliope!

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  6. It's pretty enough without the healing and spiritual properties. That's added value.

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  7. That is gorgeous! I can't wait to see it in your shop

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  8. The way you present your beautiful jewelry in the photos is remarkable. Absolutely gorgeous!!

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  9. gorgeous!!! im such a green fan and this shade is amazing!

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  10. I love the color and gorgeous bracelet!

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  11. What a beautiful stone. It has a lot of depth to it. Stunning.

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  12. Stunning! I'm going to have to find some of those stones in the future!

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  13. Very interesting stone. Lovely green color!

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  14. Beautiful stone! Thank you for sharing!

    Mandy from Inspired Designs
    http://heartstringsbyjanice.blogspot.com/

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  15. That was a new stone for me!
    Thank you for sharing! :)

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  16. Never heard of it either! Thanks for sharing :)

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