Collection: Yooperlite

In 2018, Erik Rintamaki, mineral enthusiast and merchant, walked on a beach on Lake Superior, near Michigan in the United States and discovered three small fluorescent pebbles.

For the record, fluorescence is a property possessed by certain minerals "to absorb light and re-emit it in the form of radiation of longer wavelength. We distinguish between fluorescence which stops as soon as illumination ceases, from phosphorescence, which persists”.
Curious, he then decided to send the stones of his discovery to the university organization Michigan Tech. He identified them as being clasts (fragments of mineral or organic origin forming part of the composition of a rock) of syenite containing fluorescent sodalite. This unique mineral variety has not been previously identified. These stones were named “yooperlite” because of the nickname “yooper” given to residents of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

During his interview with CBS, Erik Rintamaki declared "I was blown away by the number of these stones that we found on these beaches!". Also, he began to organize collective hunts on the south shore of the lake Simply take a black light lamp and scan the stones and pebbles on the beach. Thanks to the presence of fluorescent sodalite, the stones give off an incredible orange or yellow glow as the lights pass by. rays of the UV lamp.

Given the recent discovery of yooperlite, there are no legends or myths relating to it. No jewelry or ancient yooperlite objects have been discovered during archaeological excavations.

The main deposits of yooperlite are in Russia.

In lithotherapy, yooperlite has the reputation of being a stone of truth. Its wearer objectively expresses his feelings and feelings. He does not hide his emotions and is very frank. This stone helps release negative thoughts, anger, jealousy, etc.
It is a stone that fights against phobias and buried fears. Most of the time, these are blockages linked to childhood trauma. It encourages you to move forward in life and achieve your goals.

Yooperlite promotes introspection and reconnection with one's inner self. It is excellent for meditation. It provides a mind full of insight and clarity. It facilitates access to inner peace and serenity.
This stone encourages you to overcome your anxieties and anxiety and gives you self-confidence. The wearer opens up to others and develops feelings of compassion and empathy. This stone stimulates acceptance and self-esteem.

It is recommended for students during exams and people undergoing retraining, because it facilitates memorization. It gives confidence and beautiful eloquence, ideal for exams