Fluorite is a relatively common mineral occurring typically in vein deposits. Fluorite from other sources is used today as a lapidary material to fashion into spheres, dishes, vases, carvings and other ornamental objects. Its perfect cleavage makes fluorite susceptible to being damaged if struck upon a hard surface, hence its use in jewelry is very limited.
It also is used as a flux in making steel, in the preparation of hydrofluoric acid, and in the manufacture of certain glasses, enamels and porcelains. Clear and colorless fluorite is sometimes used in optical equipment, but as this quality is rare in nature it is usually produced synthetically.
Fluorite is also referred to as fluor spar. The name fluorite is from the latin fluere meaning to flow, referring to its use as a flux in smelting and to the fact that it is relatively easy to melt.
Since Roman times, a massive crystalline variety of fluorite known as Blue John or Derbyshire spar has been used for making vases and other ornamental objects. It typically had a banded pattern of blue, violet and purple. This material was mined in the district of Derbyshire, England which reportedly has now been mined out.
The green Fluorite crystal is related to Archangel Chamuel whose name means, "He who sees God". Chamuel heals anxiety and brings peace. His aura is pale green.
This mineral produces an energy which is predisposed to discourage chaotic, disruptive and disorganized growth, bringing order to chaos.
Fluorite has been known as the 'stone of discernment and aptitude', increasing the ability to concentrate. It allows for the positive and negative relationships of the mind, helping one to see both the reality and truth behind the illusion.
(Astrological Signs of Pisces & Capricorn)
Vibrates to the number 7
Fluorite can be used in the treatment of both the structure of the bone and the composition and formation of the cells. It has been used to assist in the prevention of RNA/DNA damage and can be used to repair existing damage of the same.
