Magnesite

The properties of magnesite

As a member of the mineral family, magnesite is essentially composed of magnesium carbonate with inclusions of iron, manganese, calcium, cobalt, nickel, and some organic compounds.

Depending on the type and density of impurities present, magnesite can be white, gray, yellowish (and in rare cases, green), or brown. Its crystal system is trigonal with a rhombohedral lattice. A brittle stone, magnesite has a hardness of around 4 on the Mohs scale, and its luster is vitreous and dull.

The most notable magnesite deposits are found mainly in Brazil, and in several European countries such as Spain, France, Germany, and Austria.

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History of Magnosite

To date, there are no known historical records that prove the importance or use of magnesite in antiquity. The first description of the stone dates back to 1808 by the German scientist Dietrich Ludwig Gustav Karsten. Magnesite owes its name primarily to its main chemical component: magnesium.

Magnesite has been widely exploited in industry as a base mineral for the extraction of magnesium and its derivatives, such as magnesium oxide, or magnesium carbonate, which is widely used by the pharmaceutical industry as a food additive.

Benefits of magnesite

On a physical level, lithotherapy attributes beneficial effects to magnesite, especially for correcting gastric disorders and liver imbalances. It is also recommended for regulating the gallbladder, relieving migraines, sinus problems, osteoarthritis, spasms, and cramps. The stone's detoxifying properties are said to help eliminate toxins and excess fat from the body.

On a psychological level, magnesite is a calming stone that reduces tension of all kinds, whether nervous or muscular. It helps to moderate emotional excesses such as anxiety and depression. The stone also brings order and harmony to thoughts and helps stimulate communication and expression skills in those who wear a magnesite stone.

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Magnesite also has beneficial effects on the body's energy centers. Its favorite chakras are the root chakra, the heart chakra, and the crown chakra . It is especially recommended for the zodiac signs of Aries, Virgo, Cancer, and Gemini.

To purify magnesite, it should be rinsed under running water at least once a month. It is recommended to avoid using salt during this process. To recharge the stone, simply expose it to sunlight for a few hours.