Celestite: Properties, Formation, and Uses | MLDCRYSTAL

Celestite Healing Metaphysical Properties, Meanings, and Uses

Welcome to the Crystal Encyclopedia minor entry page for celestite crystal. Here you will learn everything that we have discovered so far about this crystal, including what is celestite, how it was formed, and its metaphysical properties. We will update this crystal guide as we discover new information.

Table of Contents

  • What is Celestite?
  • How is Celestite Formed?
  • Celestite Healing Properties
    • Chakra Balancing
    • Color Energy
    • Meditation with Celestite
  • Celestite Stone  Benefits in Divination
  • Celestite Crystal Meaning for the Goddess
  • How to Use Celestite Stone?
  • Birthstone & Zodiac Crystal
    • Traditional Birthstone
    • Natural Birthstone
    • Zodiac Crystal
  • Celestite Gemstone Meanings in Talismans and Amulets
  • Using Celestite Gemstone in Feng Shui
  • More Crystal Information
    • Where to find celestite rocks
    • How to tell if celestite is real
    • What does celestite do

What is Celestite?

Celestite, also known as Celestine, is a delicate, sky-blue mineral composed of strontium sulfate. It is prized for its ethereal appearance and its metaphysical properties that promote peace and tranquility.

How is Celestite Formed?

Celestite forms in sedimentary rock environments, typically in association with minerals like gypsum, halite, and anhydrite. It can also form in hydrothermal veins and volcanic rocks, where mineral-rich solutions deposit strontium sulfate.

Celestite Healing Properties

Celestite offers a range of healing properties, including:

  • Physical Healing: Supports eye health, reduces muscle tension, and aids in detoxification.
  • Emotional Healing: Promotes calmness, reduces stress, and helps in overcoming anxiety.
  • Spiritual Healing: Enhances intuition, fosters spiritual growth, and connects with higher realms.
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Chakra Balancing

Celestite is primarily associated with the Throat Chakra (Vishuddha) and the Crown Chakra (Sahasrara). It aids in clear communication and enhances spiritual awareness.

Color Energy

  • Light Blue: Symbolizes tranquility, clarity, and spiritual purity.

Meditation with Celestite

Meditating with Celestite can help clear the mind, enhance spiritual awareness, and connect with angelic realms. Hold the stone in your hand or place it on your Throat or Crown Chakra during meditation.

Celestite Crystal Benefits in Divination

In divination, Celestite is used to gain insights into spiritual matters and to enhance psychic abilities. It provides clarity and helps in receiving messages from higher realms.

Celestite Crystal Meaning for the Goddess

Celestite is associated with goddesses of wisdom and communication, such as Athena and Saraswati. It is used to invoke their energies for guidance, wisdom, and clear communication.

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How to Use Celestite Stone?

  • Jewelry: Wear as jewelry for continuous calming and spiritual benefits.
  • Meditation: Use during meditation to enhance spiritual connection and clarity.
  • Home Decor: Place in your home to promote a peaceful and harmonious environment.
  • Healing Practices: Utilize in crystal healing layouts or grids to support physical and emotional health.

Birthstone & Zodiac Crystal

Traditional Birthstone

Celestite is not a traditional birthstone.

Natural Birthstone

Celestite is not considered a natural birthstone.

Zodiac Crystal

Celestite is associated with the zodiac signs of Gemini and Libra. It enhances their qualities of communication, balance, and harmony.

Celestite Gemstone Meanings in Talismans and Amulets

As a talisman, Celestite provides protection, enhances communication, and promotes mental clarity. It is often used to ward off negative energies and encourage peaceful thoughts.

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Using Celestite Gemstone in Feng Shui

In Feng Shui, Celestite is used to balance energy and promote harmony. Place it in areas associated with communication and spiritual growth, such as the east or northeast part of your home.

More Crystal Information

Where to Find Celestite Rocks

Celestite can be found in various parts of the world, including Madagascar, Mexico, Canada, and the United States (Ohio, Michigan).

How to Tell if Celestite is Real

To verify if Celestite is real, check for its hardness (3-3.5 on the Mohs scale), its distinctive light blue color, and its crystal structure. Authentic Celestite will also have a vitreous to pearly luster.

What Does Celestite Do?

Celestite acts as a powerful calming stone, providing physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. It enhances intuition, promotes peace, and connects with higher spiritual realms.


References

  1. Hall, Judy. The Crystal Bible. Walking Stick Press, 2003.
  2. Simmons, Robert, and Naisha Ahsian. The Book of Stones. North Atlantic Books, 2005.
  3. Melody. Love is in the Earth. Earth-Love Publishing House, 1999.
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