Blue Kyanite

Kyanite, also known as cyanite, is a semi-precious stone notable for its blue or blue-green colour. Here is a detailed description of kyanite:

1. Color: Kyanite can appear in a wide range of colors, but the most common and prized is the deep blue hue. Other common colors include green, black, gray, or white. Kianite with a deep blue colour is often the most valuable.

2. Hardness: Kyanite has a hardness of about 6.5-7 on the Mohs scale, making it durable enough for use in jewelry. However, accuracy and brittleness can vary depending on the direction it is cut.

3. Transparency: Kyanite is often translucent to opaque, depending on the specific variety and quality of the stone. Some varieties of kyanite, such as transparent blue kyanite, can be used in precious jewellery.

4. Origin: The main sources of kyanite include Brazil, Madagascar, India, Myanmar, and Zimbabwe. Brazil, in particular, produces high-quality kyanite with vibrant shades of blue.

5. Uses: Kyanite is often used in jewellery, such as rings, earrings and necklaces. Because of its attractive and varied colours, kyanite can add a distinctive and elegant element to jewellery designs.

6. Metaphysical properties: Kyanite is often associated with balance, calmness and mental clarity. It is said to have protective properties and is used in meditation practices to support calmness and concentration.