{"id":104,"date":"2007-08-15T01:15:34","date_gmt":"2007-08-15T09:15:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cheldodge.net\/blog\/2007\/08\/15\/gemstone-of-the-day-kyanite\/"},"modified":"2007-08-15T01:15:34","modified_gmt":"2007-08-15T09:15:34","slug":"gemstone-of-the-day-kyanite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/userblogs.ganoksin.com\/lavajewelry\/2007\/08\/15\/gemstone-of-the-day-kyanite\/","title":{"rendered":"Gemstone of the Day: Kyanite"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kyanite<\/a> is a aluminum silicate (Al2SiO5) mineral that is a beautiful blue color and shimmery appearance. It has two polymorphs (minerals with the same chemical composition but different crystal structures): sillimanite and andalusite. Kyanite forms in high grade (high temperature and high pressure) metamorphic rocks.<\/p>\n

Kyanite<\/a> has a hardness of about 4.5-5 on Moh’s hardness scale, so it is fairly easily scratched. It also breaks relatively easily, so it’s best not to use it in jewelry that will undergo rough wear.<\/p>\n

From mineralminers.com<\/a>: “Kyanite is said to be very useful in enhancing one’s creativity, broadening one’s perspective, and in reaching a better understanding with others. Kyanite is also said to bring calm and tranquility, and to facilitate meditation.”<\/p>\n

“Kyanite is said to help clear sinus congestion, and to help in the treatment of muscular disorders. ”<\/p>\n

Question of the Day: Do you have any questions about kyanite?<\/p>\n

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