Chiastolite - burattata

Tumbled chiastolite

Lucky stone that helps overcome fears and guilt, soothes nervous breakdowns, and reduces symptoms of heartburn, depression, and rheumatism.

It helps combat shyness, stimulates creativity, and strengthens compassion and altruism. Chiastolite helps open your root chakra and connect your energy to that of Mother Earth.

Size: approx. 2.5 cm

Chiastolite (also known as cross stone) is a variety of andalusite containing black graphite particles arranged in geometric patterns. The graphite is pushed aside by the growth of crystals within rock undergoing metamorphosis. As the crystals grow, the particles concentrate at the crystal interfaces, which can result in a cross-shaped pattern within the mineral.

People have known about these cross stones for centuries and appreciate them for their religious or spiritual significance.

The name comes from the Greek word “chiastos,” meaning cross-shaped, marked with a cross, or transverse.

The cross can only be seen when the mineral is cut, although it runs through the entire stone. This mineral was first mentioned in a 1648 book titled “De Gemmis et Lapidibus,” but it was officially recorded in 1754 by José Torrubia. Chiastolite is found in only three active localities: central Massachusetts (USA), Asturias, Spain, and Bimbowrie Conservation Park in the province of Olary, South Australia, Australia.

This mineral has a truly unique history and was highly valued and known by the New England (USA) settlers. When the Puritans and Pilgrims arrived, they settled near Lancaster, Massachusetts, and began discovering this mineral in the soil and along riverbeds. The settlers had no answers as to how the stone had gotten there or why it was shaped like a cross, so they decided to send these stones to England, which immediately caught the king’s attention. Shortly afterward, a mine was established in Lancaster and nearby Sterling, and all the chiastolite was shipped to Europe. Some stones are still on display in many museums across Europe.

Properties of Chiastolite

Chiastolite helps open your root chakra and connect your energy to that of Mother Earth. This energy can provide mental clarity and inner peace, as well as speed up your self-healing process.

Your aura will be constantly filled with positive energy when you work with this mineral, leading to joy and enlightenment. This mineral also helps remove the layers of who you truly are, helping you face all your life experiences. We recommend this mineral to anyone seeking to grow personally, spiritually, physically, mentally, and emotionally. This mineral is also a perfect talisman for protecting against and warding off negative vibrations and deities. Simply holding this stone helps increase awareness of surrounding energies while etherically shielding your aura. Native Americans believed strongly in the protective aspects of this mineral and would easily carry it with them during rituals and ceremonies. P

Lucky stone that helps overcome fears and guilt, soothes nervous breakdowns, and reduces symptoms of heartburn, depression, and rheumatism. It helps combat shyness, stimulates creativity, and strengthens compassion and altruism.

Chiastolite will give strength, perseverance, and power to the wearer. It will also make you feel calm and composed in the midst of the turmoil you are facing. Keeping this stone with you will make you less fearful, stressed, depressed, and anxious. When you connect with the energies of this stone, good healing energies will flow through your entire body, mind, and spirit!

Who Chiastolite Crystal Is Best Suited For

A stone suitable for those who suffer from rheumatism, depression, heartburn, or nervous problems.