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Amazonite
Amazonite is a green microcline feldspar, usually sea green to turquoise. Despite its name there is no amazonite in the Amazon; it is associated with calm and truthful speech.
Key facts
| Colour | sea green to turquoise |
|---|---|
| What it is | a green microcline feldspar |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 6–6.5 |
| Typical sources | India, Brazil and Madagascar |
| Chakra (tradition) | throat and heart |
| Star signs (tradition) | Virgo |
Traditions and folklore
Despite its name there is no amazonite in the Amazon; it is associated with calm and truthful speech.
Often paired with rose quartz or clear quartz.
Care
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks.
Natural feldspar.
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Amazonite: questions answered
What is Amazonite?
Amazonite is a green microcline feldspar. It is usually sea green to turquoise.
What is Amazonite traditionally associated with?
Despite its name there is no amazonite in the Amazon; it is associated with calm and truthful speech. These are traditional and spiritual associations, not health claims.
How do I care for Amazonite?
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks.
Which star signs is Amazonite linked with?
In modern crystal tradition amazonite is linked with Virgo.
Where does Amazonite come from?
It is typically sourced from India, Brazil and Madagascar.