Physical Properties of Russian Serpentine Stone / Crystal |
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Chemical Formula: | (Mg,Fe,Ni,Al,Zn,Mn)2-3(Si,Al,Fe)2O5(OH)4 |
Chemical Composition: | Basic silicate of magnesium, iron, aluminum, nickel, zinc, and manganese |
Crystal System: | Monoclinic |
Lustre: | Greasy, waxy, or silky |
Transparency: | Translucent, Opaque |
Colour: | range from opaque yellowish-green to dark green with a grey-black matrix |
Streak: | White |
Hardness: | 3 – 6 on Mohs scale |
Tenacity: | Brittle |
Cleavage: | Poor to perfect |
Fracture: | Conchoidal, splintery |
Density: | 2.5 - 2.6 |
Refractive Index: | 1.560 to 1.571 |
The appearance of a serpentine is like that of a skin of a snake, hence it is named so. It colours and markings are similar to that of a snake's skin. It is also called so because there is an ancient belief associated with it which states that it provides protection from snake or its venom. It usually comes in green, black-green, brown-red, brown-yellow and white colours. It is an earthing stone which opens up new pathways for Kundalini energy. It also helps in medication and makes you more spiritual.
This stone has many healing properties like it helps you to revive your lost memory and enhances your wisdom. It removes obstacles from your life and magnifies your physical abilities. It helps you solve your problems and equips you with all that you need to be vigilant and problem solver. It helps you strike the right cord with your mental and emotional balances and helps you take control of your life. It helps you find your inner peace and makes you feel at ease.
This stone is very special and has many uses. It is used in the treatment of diseases like diabetes and hypoglycaemia. It helps you get rid of all the parasites living in your body and also facilitates the absorption of calcium and magnesium. It helps you cleanse your body of all the toxins and makes your body pure and light. It is believed to have many other beneficial effects as well.
Russian Serpentine gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Russia