Also called Disthene, the name kyanite is derived from Greek word kyanos which means 'blue'. Prominently, kyanite is found in shades of blues & greens. Being a rare gem and also brittle in appearance. Kyanite is used mainly for earring, brooches & pendants. This shiny, translucent gemstone is known for its colour zones & variation in hardness. The associated zodiac signs are Aries, Taurus & Libra. Kyanite is challenging to cut.Being a tranquilizer, kyanite facilitates mental clarity & calmness is especially effective on throat & third-eye chakras.Common healing uses for this stone include: Alignment of all chakras, pretty important when you consider each and every time we have any interaction with another who is unbalanced we channel and interact with that energy sometimes not even consciously aware that we are still holding on to a specific negativity. This is a great stone for repelling it right out of your etheric egg, before it has a chance to get through the top three layers. Also used to bring tranquility to the entire being of the person wearing it. This stone can facilitate any kind of directed meditation you need to do because of it's gentle indirect soothing energy. The person who needs this incredibly powerful tool will be drawn, maybe without quite knowing why..until they hold it in thier hand... Blue Kyanite: This variety of kyanite has a royal blue colour much like the royal sapphire. Top blue kyanite is undoubtly the richest & best in appearance & properties.
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