Unakite was first discovered in the USA in the Unaka Range of mountains hence its name. Unakite is the state gemstone of Virginia where it can be found in the river valleys after having been washed down from the Blue Ridge Mountains and it can also be found as pebbles in the beach rock on the shores of Lake Superior. Other areas where Unakite has been found include South Africa, Brazil and China.
A type of Granite, Unakite is composed of pink Orthoclase, Feldspar, green Epidote and more often than not, clear Quartz. Known for its unusual mix of salmon pink and green colour, it is rarely seen used in jewellery but is ideal because of its relative hardness.
Unakite is used in crystal healing to help unify the emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of ones self, making it perfect for those seeking a well rounded existence. It is looked upon as being a balancing gemstone which is believed to help us to live in the present instead of dwelling on the past. It helps to release mental or emotional blocks that can often stop us from moving forward and can enhance self-esteem and feelings of self-worth and encourage you to be more forthright about your needs and desires enabling you to move ahead more confidently. It has also been used to enhance weight gain as well as in the treatment of the reproductive system and to stimulate healthy pregnancies whilst facilitating the health of the unborn child.
Unakite is graded 6 to 7 on Mohs scale of mineral hardness
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Our collection of Unakite jewellery
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