Larvikite

Crystal Description

Larvikite is a monzonitic Feldspar rock, containing Albite, Ortholclase and Anorthite, plus secondary Anorthoclase, Perthite, Plagioclase and Nepheline Syenite. Feldspars are a group of minerals that have similar structures and are complex in groupings and mineral composition. Larvikite is dark grey, dark blue to black, with Quartz or Nepheline inclusions. Larvikite displays distinctive bluish Schiller characteristic.

Larvikite has many pseudo names like Pearlspar, Blue Pearl, Black Moonstone and Black Labradorite (to name a few). Larvikite is used in construction to create building facia stones.

Metaphysical Properties

Larvikite is a protective and grounding stone, both cleansing to the subtle bodies and facilitating a strong connection to Earth energies.

Larvikite can be used in meditation to stimulate inner visions, and has been used to ground during astral travel. Larvikite can provide clarity to visions of past life recall.

Larvikite teaches patience, and can support when completion and closure to a goal is required.

Crystal Healing Uses

Larvikite can be used to treat disorders of the skin.

Larvikite can harmonise metabolism and has been used to support weigh loss programs.

Larvikite can help muscular detoxification.

Details

Colour:

black, deep blue, silvery white

Class:

Silicate, Feldspar

Group:

Triclinic

Formations:

blocky or tabular crystals, massive, aggregates

Localities:

UK, Norway

Chemical Composition:

(Na,K)AlSi₃O₈

Hardness:

6 to 6.5

Lustre:

pearly, translucent to opaque

Cleavage:

perfect in one direction, good in another

Varieties:

none

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect. Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.