Cavansite is a rare vivid blue mineral that is classified as a phyllosilicate, and is composed of Hydrated Calcium Vanadium Silicate. It occurs as spherical clusters of radiating pointed crystals and was first discovered in 1967, in Malheur County, Oregon, USA. This site, and another in Poona, India, are the two primary sources. Although it contains vanadium — a valuable metal — Cavansite does not occur in sufficient quantities to become established as a commercially significant ore. Good specimens are, however, very highly regarded, and it has recently become very popular with collectors. This mineral has a vitreous to pearly luster and a blue streak.
| Chemical Composition: |
Hydrated Calcium Vanadium Silicate
Ca(VO)Si4O10(H2O)4 |
| Hardness: |
3 - 4 |
| Specific Gravity: |
~2.3 |
| Cleavage: |
Perfect in one direction |
| Fracture: |
Conchoidal |
| Crystal Structure: |
Transparent to translucent; Orthorhombic |
| Color: |
Green-blue to ink blue |
| Luster: |
Vitreous to pearly |
| Streak: |
Blue |
| Occurence: |
Poona, India and Oregon,USA |
| Astrological Sign: |
Aquarius |
| Numerical Vibrations: |
5 |
| Magical Properties: |
- Has been used to stimulate the intuition, to instill second sight, and to activate channeling abilities. It is an excellent stone for psychic healing and to provide protection during same such that the dis-ease will not have the ability to return.
- Can also be used to enable the focusing of the intuitive self, via the third-eye, and the etheric level, to induce to memory the portions of ones life or character which require attention.
- Has been used to bring thoughtfulness to ones environment and to stimulate the pensive action which precedes unwarranted reaction. It prompts reflection, inspires conception of new ideas, and assists in the removal of faulty thoughts and beliefs.
- Has been used in gridding activities to further the instinct and modify deleterious behavior patterns.
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| Medical Properties: |
Has been used in the treatment of disorders of the eys, the teeth (bone loss associationa), and the blood. It can be used to assist in the release of endorphins, to promote healing at the cellular level, and to stabelize the pulse rate. |
