Selenite


Selenites(s)


Selenite resonates with energy, shimmering like a full moon. It helps to connect with our High Self, and to become aware of our own divinity. It brings mental clarity, expanding awareness and strengthening judgement. Selenite removes blockages, promoting flexability and flow.

Selenite is a form of gypsum that often occurs as completely transparent crystals. It does however, also occur in white, gray, or with various hues caused by trace amounts of colored metallic components. It is named after the Green moon goddess Selene, since it is thought that the pearly luster gives it a moon-like glow under certain lighting conditions. It often forms crystal twins of one sort or another like the "fish-tail" twin as seen above. Others include swallowtail and spearhead twins, whereas some take on a spiral structure — these are known as "Ram's Horn Selenite". Selenite has a specific gravity of 2.3+, a vitreous to pearly luster, and a white streak.

Chemical Composition:
Calcium Sulphate Dihydrate CaSO4-2H2O
Color:
Typically white, colorless, gray; also red, brown or yellow
Hardness:
2
Specific Gravity:
2.3+
Cleavage:
Good in one direction; distinct in two others
Fracture:
Uneven
Crystal Structure:
Transparent to transluscent; monoclinic
Luster:
Vitreous to pearly
Streak:
White
Occurence:
Widespread, especially Morocco, Sicily, Utah and Colorado (USA)
Energy:
Receptive
Deities:
Selene
Planet:
Moon
Element:
Water
Powers:
Reconciliation, energy
Magical Uses:
  • Exchanged between lovers or friends to promote reconciliation of differences.
  • Worn to lend positive energy to the body.
  • Worn to prevent feelings of lethargy.
Blue Selenite
Magical Property:
This form of Selenite placed on the third eye quiets the intellect, facilitates shutting off mind-chatter during meditation, and quickly reveals the core of the problem.
Desert Rose Selenite
Magical Property:
This form of Selenite helps to dissolve self-imposed programs that have been running for too long. It releases the program and assists in finding an appropriate replacement. It can be used to strengthen affirmations of purpose.
Fishtail Selenite
Magical Property:
This form of Selenite provides deep healing for the nerves. It is extremely calming, stabilizing emotions and defusing tension. This form of Selenite is often called Angel's Wing Selenite, as it facilitates angelic contact.
Green Selenite
Magical Property:
This form of Selenite assists in working toward the highest good. It makes you feel good about yourself and helps to overcome the effects of aging on the skin and skeleton.
Orange-Brown Selenite
Magical Property:
This form of Selenite earths angelic energies and aids earth healing.