Vivianite
About Vivianite
Vivianite is an iron phosphate displaying stunning blue to blue-green blade-like crystals that darken with exposure to light. This stone of compassion and heart healing carries gentle energy that promotes emotional healing, empathy, and connection to the heart's wisdom.
Crystal Properties
- Mohs Hardness: 1.5-2
- Chemical Composition: Fe₃(PO₄)₂·8H₂O (Hydrated Iron Phosphate)
- Crystal System: Monoclinic
- Colour: Blue, blue-green, green (darkens with light exposure)
- Chakra: Heart Chakra, Throat Chakra
- Element: Water
Metaphysical Properties
Known as a stone of compassion and emotional healing, Vivianite opens the heart while promoting empathy and understanding. It's particularly valued for healing emotional trauma, enhancing compassion, and supporting those who feel emotionally numb. Many use Vivianite to awaken the heart, heal emotional wounds, and cultivate deep empathy and love.
How to Use Vivianite
Hold Vivianite over your heart for gentle emotional healing, meditate with it to enhance compassion, or place it in your space for heart-opening energy. Its delicate blue energy makes it perfect for sensitive heart healing. Note: Vivianite is very soft and light-sensitive—handle with care and store in darkness.