The Encyclopedia of Crystals, Herbs, and New Age Elements: An A to Z Guide to New Age Elements and How to Use Them - Adams Media 2016

Fluorite
The Power of Stones: Crystals and Gemstones

ORIGINS

Fluorite, also called fluorspar, is a mineral composed chiefly of calcium fluoride that is often fluorescent under ultraviolet light and can be a variety of colors, including blue, green, purple, yellow, and brown, as well as colorless. The word fluorite comes from the Latin verb fluor, meaning “to flow,” due to its low melting point. The stone is quite common worldwide, with deposits found in Canada, the United States, Mexico, England, Germany, and China, among other locations.

HISTORY/LORE

Fluorite has long been used as a flux to lower the melting point of raw materials in the production of steel and, more recently, aluminum. The phenomenon of fluorescence, first described by the mathematician and physicist George Gabriel Stokes in 1852, takes its name from fluorite. The stone’s relative softness (4 on the Mohs scale) has made it popular for carving for thousands of years.

USES

Healing Uses: Fluorite is a powerful healing stone. It strengthens the bones and teeth, and also relieves pain associated with arthritis. Rubbing a fluorite crystal across the body toward the heart provides pain relief. Use fluorite to battle infections, viruses, and skin issues. Use blue fluorite for ear, nose, and throat problems. Yellow fluorite releases toxins, aids the liver, and benefits cholesterol levels.

Magical Uses: Fluorite cleanses the aura and the chakras, especially the throat and crown chakras. This stone also has powerful protective qualities, especially on the psychic level. Use it to distinguish true feelings from outside influence and psychic manipulation.

Feng Shui Uses: Fluorite is an excellent stone for feng shui, especially the green variety, which harnesses wood energy. Place green fluorite in the eastern and southeastern areas of a space as well as the Family/Foundation sector of the home to bring balance and understanding. Surround family photographs with green fluorite stones to mend broken relationships. Place fluorite near your computer to clear electromagnetic stress.

Personal/Spiritual Growth: Fluorite integrates spiritual energies and heightens intuitive powers. Use it in meditation to focus the mind and open the door to the subconscious. Students especially will benefit from this stone, as it enhances learning capabilities and concentration.