Origin: Notably Brazil, U.S.A.
Mineral Species: Albite
Mineral Group: Silicates
Chemical Formula: NaAlSi3O8
Hardness: 6-6.5
Crystal System: Triclinic
Colour: White, Tan, Blue
Typical Appearance: Platy milky-white lamellae, generally found in granite pegmatites often in large masses ranging from centimeters to meters.
Birthstone: Libra
Chakra Alignment: Depends on colour; Crown (white), Throat (blue)
Element: Spirit and Water
Origin of Name & Mythology: Named in 1823 by Henry J. Brooke in honor of Parker Cleaveland [1780 - 1858], professor of geology and mineralogy at Bowdoin College in Maine 1805-1858.
In a similar way to other white feldspars, cleavelandite balances, opens, and cleanses the entire chakra system, with special emphasis on the Solar Plexus, Heart, Throat, and Crown, aiding the release of old, held energy and emotions such as anger, fear, and sadness. Its formation of parallel platy crystals encourages us to work well with others and value different points of view, while at the same time guiding us to experience and appreciate the many facets of our own personalities.
The curving shape reminds us to be flexible in our approach to our life’s purpose, shining a light on our direction, while also bringing acceptance when our goals need to change.
Cleavelandite can support multidimensional work. It can be used to treat asthma and digestive disorders.
