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Analcime

A species of Zeolite, Also known as Analcidite, Cubicite, Cuboite, Euthalite, Five Islands Garnet

Analcime is a unique mineral that can actually cause itself to crystallize without outside interference. It was named in 1901 after the Greek term for "not strong," which is in reference to its inability to produce electricity when heated. Its crystals are not very hard, which is not surprising given that they are made predominately of sodium and aluminum.

Hardness:

5 - 5.5

Density:

2.271 g/cm³

General Info About Analcime

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Physical Properties of Analcime

Luster

Vitreous

Diaphaneity

Transparent to translucent

Colors

White, colourless, gray, pink, greenish, yellowish

Magnetism

Non-magnetic

Tenacity

Brittle

Cleavage

Indistinct

Fracture

Subconchoidal

Streak

White

Crystal System

Triclinic

Hardness

5 - 5.5 , Soft

Density

2.271 g/cm³, Obviously Light Weight

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Chemical Properties of Analcime

Chemical Classification

Silicates

Formula

Na(AlSi₂O₆) · H₂O

Elements listed

Al, H, Na, O, Si

Common Impurities

None

Optical Properties of Analcime

Refractive Index

1.487

Optical Character

Isotropic

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Rarity

Rare

Characteristics of Analcime

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Cultural Significance of Analcime

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Distribution of Analcime

Well known locations for sourcing analcime include Croft Quarry in Leicestershire, UK; the Cyclopean Islands east off Sicily and near Trentino in northern Italy; Victoria in Australia; Kerguelen Island in the Indian Ocean; in the Lake Superior copper district of Michigan, Bergen Hill, New Jersey, Golden, Colorado, and at Searles Lake, California in the United States; and at Cape Blomidon, Nova Scotia and Mont Saint-Hilaire, Quebec in Canada; and in Iceland, and now in Namibia.

Healing Properties of Analcime

Analcime is often used to increase mental clarity, boost creativity, and strengthen leadership roles. It is beneficial to anyone in strict working environments to help prevent feelings of burn-out or loss of individuality. It offers balance and harmony and is often useful in team work and group activities. Meditating with this stone may alleviate stress, build self-confidence, and offer the user a more positive outlook.

Chakras

Crown