Natural Scapolites Overview
 Calcium-rich meionite, and sodium-rich marialite form a series of minerals with the group name scapolite.
The group occurs as prismatic crystal, and also in granular and massive habits. Scapolite varies, and may be colorless, white, grey, bluish, greenish, yellowish, brownish, pink, or violet.
There is a colorless streak. It is transparent to translucent, with a vitreous to pearly or resinous luster.
Physical Properties
| Color |
Yellow, pink, violet, colorless |
| Refractive Index |
1.54-1.579 |
| Chemistry |
Calcium, Aluminium silicate |
| Hardness |
5.5-6 |
| Density |
2.57-2.74 |
| Crystal Group |
Tetragonal |
| Ocurrence |
Burma, Brazil, Canada, Madagascar, Tanzania |
Legend and Lore
Scapolite is a great stone for encouraging independence and motivation in one's life. It provides the stimulus needed for change, allows one to move on and to grow as a person. Brings the clarity required to meet goals, keeps you on track towards your life's dream. It is also used in the treatment of bone disorders and can provide relief from shoulder and upper body aches.
Browse Scapolites
The pictures above only represents the general appearance of the Scapolite. Please note that the real Scapolites in our stock will be of varied shapes, color and sizes.
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