Origin: notably California, U.S.A., Germany and England
Mineral Species: Beudantite
Mineral Group: Arsenates
Chemical Formula: PbFe3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
Hardness: 3.5-4.5
Crystal System: Trigonal
Colour: Yellow, greenish yellow, brown, black
Typical Appearance: Usually crystalline masses and groups of small rhombohedral crystals.
Birthstone: Secondary Birthstone for Taurus
Chakra Alignment: Throat and Solar Plexus
Element: Earth and Water
Origin of Name & Mythology: Named by Armand Levy in 1826 in honor of François Sulpice Beudant [September 5, 1787 Paris, France – December 10, 1850 Paris, France], systematic Mineralogist, University of Paris, Paris, France. Beudant introduced many new mineral names in his books that have superseded older names.
Amongst many other elements, Beudantite is primarily composed of lead and iron. Lead has a tendency to clear all chakras, especially the Crown, while iron protects and grounds, and reminds us that we inhabit a physical body. Beudantite starts by clearing the Solar Plexus and Throat Chakras.
Melody suggests that it can be helpful in removing poisons, and I believe it may be useful in treating food poisoning. This is followed by a sensation similar to a gush of water erupting from the feet up the Crown, at first running as if full of mud until it clears any debris and toxicity, then flows clear. This is followed by golden light, passing back into the body via the Crown Chakra and earthing itself. As a result, it clears and balances all chakras, especially the Solar Plexus and Throat, where energy often becomes trapped or blocked, followed by a flow of healing light into the body, leaving us feeling cleansed, detoxified and purified, while at the same time grounded and aware of our physical body.
Beudantite can be used in treating physical illness, including conditions affecting the heart, lungs and immune system. In addition, it contains a trace of arsenic, which lifts the spirits.
