Also called Disthene, the name Kyanite is derived from the Greek "Kyanos" meaning, "Blue". The most popular varieties display intense cornflower blues similar to sapphire, and sparkling greenish-blues reminiscent of aquamarine.
However, Kyanite's easy to wear colors, unlike its sapphire and aquamarine counterparts are extremely affordable. Suitability is a key word when describing Kyanite, as it suites all skin tones and looks great set into Sterling Liver, yellow, white or rose gold Jewelry.
Kyanite's imposing colors make it a striking statement of individuality, commanding an air of confidence and self-esteem.
Kyanite is a rare polymorph that displays two hardness’s within one gem. A unique characteristic among gem types, like Diamonds, Kyanite has perfect cleavage in one direction. This combined with its varying hardness makes Kyanite a challenging gem to cut – thus the quality of faceting for Kyanite an important value consideration. Like all gemstones, Kyanite should be treated with respect.
Occurring in a wide variety of locations around the world, the best quality Kyanite hails from the Kali Gandaki Region of West Central Nepal and Tibet.
Emerging from a deep slumber, you push back the covers and slip out of bed, pondering what to wear. As you draw back the curtains on a revitalizing summer's morning, your question is answered with the clear blue skies embodied in the atmospheric hues of cool blue Kyanite.
The powerful blue hues of Kyanite have long been thought to inspire calmness, composure, serenity, loyalty and respect.
Kyanite is also worn to help the wearer to speak easily and expressively (for example when speeches are needed to be given).
Kyanite is used by alternative healers as a tool for mediation and relaxation. These healers use Kyanite to open the third eye Chakra to enhance creativity, broaden perception and to reach a better understanding of others. Kyanite is also said to foster tranquility, having a positive effect on dreams, visualization and foresightedness.
Kyanite is favored by mystics because it facilitate meditation and its energy is unlimited in application. It is a stone of channeling, altered states, vivid dreams, dream recall, and visualizations. It gives protection during these states. It brings loyalty, honesty and tranquility, and diminishes anger and confusion.
Kyanite does not retain negative energy and never needs energetic cleansing. It does align and balance all chakras, often very suddenly. Kyanite can remove energy blockages. Blue kyanite is associated with the throat chakra and is a boost to meditation. Black kyanite is also a boost to meditation, and is associated with the root chakra. Black kyanite is also very protective and deflects negativity.
Intuitive sources say Kyanite can strongly activate the 'third eye' chakra, for enhanced inner visioning, greater psychic ability and lucid dreaming, astral travel, telepathy & clairvoyance. It is said increase intuition and insight, and to assist creativity.
(Astrological Signs of Taurus, Libra & Aries )
Vibrates to the number 4
Kyanite is a powerful stone with nearly unlimited uses in the facilitation of healing. It is best placed between the navel and heart chakras (3rd & 4th) during healing activities.
