Selenite Clusters

Natural selenite clusters — branching crystalline formations with the stone's characteristic pearly, moon-like glow.

Details

• Form: Cluster
• Origin: Morocco
• Mineral: Satin Spar (a fibrous form of gypsum, sold as Selenite in the trade)

About the stone

Selenite is a crystallized form of gypsum. Most stones sold today as 'selenite' are technically Satin Spar — a closely related fibrous gypsum that retains the same properties and characteristic shimmer. The name comes from the Greek selene, meaning moon, after the stone's pearly, moon-like glow under light.

In crystal tradition

In crystal tradition, selenite is associated with the crown and higher chakras, and is long-valued as a clearing and high-vibration stone. Often used to cleanse and charge other crystals — a piece of selenite kept on the altar or near other stones is a common practice. Carried as a touchstone for spiritual practice, meditation, and quieting the mind.

Care

Selenite is water-soluble — it will dissolve in water, so do not wash it under the tap or place it in a sea-salt cleansing bath. Cleanse with sound (singing bowls, bells), smoke, or moonlight instead. Soft stone — handle gently, avoid drops.

Each piece is one of a kind. Natural variations in colour, shape, size, and pattern are part of what makes the stone what it is — the photograph shows a representative example, your piece will look slightly different.