Dumortierite pebble Namibia A+

DUM-G-01
Origin: Namibia
Grade: A+

Dimensions:
About 30-40mm

Weight:
Between 20-30g

Origin:
Namibia

Grade:
A+ = high

Dumortierite pebble of about 30-40mm
Sold individually.
Colors and patterns may vary from stone to stone.

In ancient civilizations, stones were identified according to their color and physical characteristics. This blue stone was discovered by the French paleontologist Eugène Dumortier (1802 - 1876) during an expedition in the Alps. It was named dumortierite by the French mineralogist Ferdinand Gonnard (1838 - 1923) in homage to the famous Eugène Dumortier. But under the name of dumortierite, the blue stone has no assigned legend. In fact, its history is very short. However, dumortierite has been found on pre-Columbian cemetery sites.

However, it turns out that this blue stone had already been identified before being named dumortierite. It was confused with lapis lazuli, sodalite or azurite. It was only its structure that allowed it to be distinguished. Note that there is also dumortierite quartz. However, it even happened that this stone was sold near Lyon for lapis lazuli. The confusion dates back to Antiquity and lasted until the 19th century.

However, some people knew perfectly well that the lapis lazuli discovered in Lyon was not really a lapis. But this information was jealously guarded secret by the “Ancient Schools”. Nowadays, it still happens that the “lapis of Lyon” is in fact dumortierite. It should be noted that dumortierite has sometimes been called aluminum borosilicate, but this scientific designation was quickly abandoned.

Dumortierite is mainly blue in color, but purple to brown specimens can also be found. It has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, which makes it a particularly popular stone among jewelers and jewelers. It is mainly composed of aluminum and boron silicate (a simple solid body close to carbon) with traces of magnesium and iron. It is the high concentration of aluminum that gives it this blue appearance.

The natural stone dumortierite is rather opaque. Thus, it is this opacity that does not allow it to belong to the family of precious stones. It is a fibrous mineral that is found in metamorphic rocks in places concentrated in aluminum. Metamorphic rocks were formed during the transformation to the solid state according to certain parameters such as pressure and / or temperature.

Dumortierite is mainly used in the manufacture of jewelry. In specialty stores, it is offered in its natural state, raw or polished, in the form of an egg, sculpted. Its incredible color with its reflections blends perfectly with metals such as gold or silver.

The main deposits are located in Brazil, Australia, Canada, Germany, France, etc.

Dumortierite is a stone of acceptance. It facilitates the management of difficult times in good intelligence. It provides confidence in oneself and in others. This soft blue stone has a soothing and relaxing power.

This blue stone channels thoughts and emotions while promoting concentration. It is ideal for students during exam periods or for anyone who must memorize a lot of information.

Dumortierite is a stone that fights against anxieties, anxiety and emotional overloads. It teaches you to control your emotions and to face destabilizing situations. It should be noted that its aluminum and boron content gives it balancing properties. This stone is precious for staying in control of yourself and helps to keep calm and composure.

It brings lightness and carefreeness into life. In addition, it encourages patience and tolerance. Wearing a dumortierite instills a sense of self-discipline and helps one achieve one's life goals. It increases intuition and structures thought.

This stone is particularly recommended for people suffering from hypersensitivity or having no patience. It regulates moods and calms panic attacks.

It is known to be a stone of wisdom and spirituality. Indeed, it helps to achieve clairvoyance and extra-sensory abilities. It is excellent for meditation.