Zoisite: what does it look like and where is it mined?

Each stone has special properties. To wear it correctly, you need to be aware of them. Zoisite, which also has a magical effect on humans, was no exception.

In human history, the zoisite rock has proven to be an important mineral, especially when a new variety was discovered in Tanzania in 1967. This find led to the emergence of one of the most popular gems of our time. Zoisite was first discovered by mineral dealer Simon Preschern, who discovered it in the Saualpe Mountains of Austria in 1805. He brought the sample to the Slovenian mineralogist Zygmund Zois (1747-1819), who recognized it as a previously unknown mineral. The meaning of the stone comes from the word "Maasai" which means green. It was named after the Austrian naturalist and scientist Sigmund Zua von Edelstein, who identified the mineral as a unique specimen in his extensive collection.

The green form of zoisite usually includes black veins or inclusions. Smooth jewelry is often made from it, such as:

• cabochons;
• beads;
• decorative figures.

The green form of zoisite usually includes the cornea. This rich mineral with red inclusions has sometimes been mislabeled. According to its characteristics, zoisite is similar in composition to the rare transparent gemstone klinzoisite, although they have radically different crystal structures. Zoisite and clinzoisite are minerals that form igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks during regional metamorphism and hydrothermal alteration. In environments they are found in massive form and as prismatic crystals that cut slates and marble. They are also found as crystals in pegmatites that form on the margins of igneous bodies.

These two minerals are dimorphs - they have the same chemical composition, but different crystal structures. Zoisite is a member of the orthorhombic crystal system, and clinozoisite is a monoclinic one. It is difficult to distinguish them unless well-formed crystals are present. Optical testing and X-ray diffraction are the best ways to do identification. The calcium aluminum silicate can include iron or manganese.

The ancients believed that the mineral surpassed all other gems in virtue, as it provides a vibration that produces a change in the state of consciousness in a positive direction. A person begins to see himself and the Universe better. Large deposits of ruby ​​zoisite can be found in India and Zambia. The mining area is small, namely only 4 kilometers wide and 2 kilometers deep. Green and ruby ​​zoisites are found in Tanzania. Other colors are found in Afghanistan, Austria, Cambodia, Kenya, Norway, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and several locations in the United States.

Deposits have also been found in other countries:

• Australia,
• Belgium,
• Brazil,
• Bulgaria,
• Canada,
• Chile,
• China,
• Czech Republic,
• Denmark,
• Ecuador,
• Egypt,
• Finland,
• France,
• Germany,
• Greece,
• Guatemala,
• Hungary,
• Ireland,
• Italy,
• Jamaica,
• Japan,
• Kazakhstan,
• Mexico,
• New Zealand,
• North Korea,
• North Macedonia,
• Oman,
• Paraguay,
• Peru,
• Poland,
• Portugal,
• Romania,
• Russia,
• Slovakia,
• Slovenia,
• South Africa,
• South Korea,
• Spain,
• Sudan,
• Sweden,
• Switzerland,
• Taiwan,
• Thailand,
• Tanzania,
• Turkey,
• Uganda,
• United Kingdom,
• Ukraine.

Tanzanite is still only found where it was first found - in Tanzania. Tulite is another variety in pink color. It was first discovered in Norway in 1820 and is named after the mythical island of Thule. Tulite is usually cut into cabochons or made into souvenirs. Since the first discovery in Norway, other deposits have also been found in Western Australia, Namibia and North Carolina in the United States. Aniolite, also not known to everyone, was first discovered near Longido in Tanzania in 1954.

Zoisite is a mineral that includes several types of gemstones. One variety is presented as an opaque ruby. Other types of this gemstone include opaque pink-red tulite and transparent purple-blue tanzanite, and there is also aniolite.

Tanzanite is the most famous zoisite. There is a transparent blue and brown, the second is most often processed. Heat changes the oxidation state of vanadium, resulting in a blue color. Tanzanite is the second most popular blue stone after sapphire. It is a rare gem that is found in only one small area in northern Tanzania. Tulite has a milky pink hue, it is rarely used commercially, since the mineral is rarely found.

Zoisite is composed of calcium aluminum silicate and has a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale. When found in various crystals (and not in bulk form), it has a fairly high refractive index, which is slightly lower than that of spinel. It is worth paying attention to the following varieties:

• colorless;
• White;
• yellow;
• Brown;
• blue;
• green;
• Red;
• pink (tulite);
• purplish blue (tanzanite).

They say that the stone has special properties and has a positive effect on the emotional state of a person.It helps to cope with laziness and overcome lethargy, increases vitality, converts negative energy into positive. Those who wear zoisite jewelry, the stone endows with courage, determination, helps to go towards the set goal, to achieve the desired success. Its energy allows you to understand yourself, find individuality in order to stand out from the crowd.

The stone has many medicinal properties that are very useful for its owners. It makes you creative, helps you focus on your strengths and leverage them to your fullest potential. The mineral gives a sense of harmony. If a person has a trait such as hyperactivity, then this is the best recommended stone to calm down.

Along with increasing self-esteem, the stone is also considered a natural detoxifier that helps reduce inflammation in the body. It improves fertility and has a positive effect on diseases associated with the ovaries and the female reproductive system in general. Jewelry made from it should definitely be worn if a person is recovering from an injury or serious illness.

The head and heart will begin to work together, zoisite gives inner harmony. By itself, he has a strong spiritual nature, which will also help consciousness, give access to memory. The zoisite spiritual stone will become a very powerful tool for anyone who wants to awaken their spirituality. The unique harmony of the colors of the stone also symbolizes bliss that you can enjoy all the time. The mineral gives a feeling of relaxation.

Ruby Zoisite provides a healing energy that can help release feelings of anger or self-neglect. He awakens the desire to act, to submit to a higher goal, to find oneself in life. With zoisite jewelry, it becomes easier to control your thoughts, depression recedes, as the energy of the mineral increases the flow of positive energy. As a result, immunity improves, the feeling of fatigue does not come so quickly.

The stone allows you to better cope with heart disease, promotes good blood circulation, strengthening and distributing energy throughout the body. It also has the power to regulate menstrual flow and relieve pain. Zoisite is known to be very beneficial for the reproductive organs and is often used to treat infertility, impotence, and other sexual dysfunctions and gynecological problems. It can stimulate the kidneys and spleen as well as regulate metabolism and help with weight loss. In addition, the mineral has a positive effect on hair and nails, as it increases cell regeneration. It should definitely be worn by people with mental disorders, the stone reduces the number of panic attacks, improves sleep.

The main colors of tanzanite stones are blue, purple and deep indigo. Each of them is believed to have a different meaning. The meaning of blue tanzanite has been associated with the sky, while blue is a general symbol of patience, friendship, loyalty, calmness and respect. The blue mineral helps build patience. The meaning of purple tanzanite is often associated with mysticism. In addition, it is also a symbol of nobility, often used as the color of good luck, material and spiritual wealth. The mineral is associated with the ability to make dreams come true, helps a person find inspiration.

Zoisite is a stone of return: to yourself, to relaxation, to healthy norms, and so on.

The mineral's creative energy is believed to serve as a reset button, bringing the mind back to its goals after an unwanted interruption.With the mineral, the artist's life and his art become one. It's kind of focused, creative empowerment.

For healing devotees, zoisite will be a good helper. The mineral is believed to have a positive effect on the following organs:

• heart;
• spleen;
• pancreas;
• lungs.

Zoisite is an easy-to-work stone. It always has clear boundaries, like a split dry piece of wood. This also makes it vulnerable to mechanical stress. It is best not to expose it to high or too low temperatures. Dislikes mineral and long-directed direct light.

The properties of the zoisite stone are described in the following video.