Bustamite
About Bustamite
Bustamite is a rare and beautiful manganese silicate displaying soft pink to rose-red hues, often with grey or brown matrix. This gentle heart stone carries a nurturing, compassionate energy that supports emotional healing, self-love, and the courage to open your heart after pain or disappointment.
Crystal Properties
- Mohs Hardness: 5.5-6.5
- Chemical Composition: CaMn(Si₂O₆) (Calcium Manganese Silicate)
- Crystal System: Triclinic
- Colour: Pink to rose-red, often with grey matrix
- Chakra: Heart Chakra
- Element: Water, Earth
Metaphysical Properties
Known as a stone of emotional healing and heart opening, Bustamite gently dissolves emotional barriers while promoting self-acceptance and compassion. It's particularly valued for healing heartbreak, releasing resentment, and supporting those who struggle with self-worth. Many use Bustamite to cultivate self-love, forgive past hurts, and open to receiving love again.
How to Use Bustamite
Hold Bustamite over your heart during meditation for emotional healing, carry it to support self-love and compassion, or place it in your bedroom to invite loving energy. Its gentle, nurturing vibration makes it perfect for heart chakra work and emotional recovery.