Flashy Striped Hypersthene Pendant Stone Crystal Jewelry

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Pendant of an oval striped flashy natural Hypersthene stone crystal in a 925 silver silver plated setting.

Measures 1.75 inch long (including bail), 1 inch wide.

History

Hypersthene gemstones are a greenish rock-forming mineral consisting of magnesium and iron silicate. The word "hypersthene" comes from the Greek word for "over strength," no doubt alluding to the hardness as compared to minerals such as hornblende it was often confused with. "Hypersthene" is not a commonly used term these days, often categorized instead as enstatite or ferrosilite. However, hypersthene is the intermediary between those two minerals. Enstatite contains more magnesium, ferrosilite contains more iron and hypersthene is in the middle with about 50% iron.

Metaphysical Properties

Considered a protective stone, hypersthene helps create calmness and quietness within the mind of the wearer. According to metaphysical beliefs, hypersthene grounds us in an attempt to shield from hectic stimuli. With less outside "noise," wearers of hypersthene are said to better organize thoughts and find creative solutions to problems. Hypersthene is ideal for holding during meditation. It is also believed hypersthene can enhance self-esteem without promoting ego. Crown, third eye, throat, solar plexus and base chakras are most effected by hypersthene.

Geological Properties

Hypersthene belongs to the orthopyroxene class. Individual, well-developed crystals are rare, instead usually found as stubby foliated masses in coarse lamellar or fibrous aggregates. Hypersthene is typically brown, green or grey with a vitreous to pearly luster. Some hypersthene has been known to display a coppery or red metallic sheen. This gemstone is a bit brittle with perfect cleavage and uneven fracture. Hypersthene gemstones have been found in the Adirondack Mountains of New York in the United States as well as Labrador and Quebec, Canada.

**Please note that all metaphysical or healing properties listed are collected from various sources. This information is offered as a service and not meant to treat medical conditions.