Description

PRODUCT DETAILS

Stones Diopside, Pyrite

Metal Gold plated sterling silver

Stone Colour Green (Diopside), Golden (Pyrite)

Stone Size ~ 2mm

Stone Shape Spherical

Bracelet length ~ 17cm or 19cm

STONE DETAILS

Diopside The name Diopside is derived from the Greek words “dis” which means “twice” and “opse” which means “face”, referring to the two ways of orienting the vertical prism. It is a calcium magnesium silicate mineral that belongs to the pyroxene group. Its hardness is measured at 5.5-6.5 on the Mohs scale and it is characterized by the monoclinic crystal system. Diopside can be found in various countries, including Canada, South Africa, Russia, Brazil, the USA, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, Italy and Austria.

Pyrite The word “pyrite” is taken from the Greek word «pyr» meaning Fire. That name was given to the mineral, as Pyrite was used to spark flames to light fires. Pyrite, or iron pyrite, is an iron disulfide, which is characterized by the cubic crystal system and the hardness of 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale. Pyrite is derived mostly from Peru, the USA, Bolivia and Spain.

STONE PROPERTIES

Diopside Diopside helps us connect, both with the earth and the environment around us, and teaches us the value of trust and forgiveness. It is an empowering crystal, especially for women, because it resonates with the heart chakra and will give support to our emotions. Diopside provides abundance, prosperity and luck in business and money. It promotes creativity, sharpens memory and makes our thoughts clearer. It is said that it helps to maintain the balance of hormones in our body, as well as to strengthen the function of the lungs. Because Diopside resonates with the heart chakra, it is believed to help in the treatment of the problems related to the heart, as well as improve its function. In the zodiac sphere, Diopside is attached to the signs of Pisces, Virgo, Libra and Gemini.

Pyrite Pyrite is characterized as a symbol of prosperity, wealth and good luck. In the field of Feng Shui it is considered as one of the more influential minerals for prosperity and food fortune. It possesses positive energy, strength and productivity. It increases feelings of self worth and self confidence. It blocks negative energy and inhibits melancholy and anxiety, so extinguishing danger from those fields. It is believed to help with any problems involving bones, and resolves minor problems of the DNA system. In addition to all this, it helps calm the digestive system and improves memory function. In the zodiac sphere, Pyrite belongs to Aries, Libra and Leo.

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