Amethyst
Purple quartz, the February birthstone, famous since ancient Greece as the stone of calm and a clear head.
Charoite
Swirling lilac-purple stone found in only one place – near the Chara River in Siberia.
- ColourPurple, Lilac, Swirled black and white
- Mineral groupSilicate
- ChemistryK(Ca,Na)₂Si₄O₁₀(OH,F)·H₂O
- Hardness (Mohs)5–6
- Crystal systemMonoclinic
- Where it's foundRussia (Murun Massif, Siberia) only
- ChakraCrown, Third Eye
- ZodiacScorpio, Sagittarius
What is Charoite?
Charoite astrology & birthstone
- Zodiac signsScorpio, Sagittarius
- Ruling planet—
- ElementWater
- Birthstone month—
Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.
Charoite meaning & traditional properties
- Transformation
- Courage
- Intuition
Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.
How to use Charoite
How to care for Charoite
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Lepidolite
Lilac lithium mica with a soft sparkle, popular in crystal lore for calm, balance and sleep.
Rituals & pairings
Pair Charoite with a intuition & meditation ritual
A quiet meditation ritual for focus, intuition and clarity.
Traditionally paired with: Frankincense, myrrh, lotus or copal incense · A purple or white candle · Sage to clear the space
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Charoite jewellery & pendulums
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Charoite FAQs
Where is charoite found?
Only near the Chara River in the Murun Massif, Siberia, Russia.
When was charoite discovered?
It was officially described in 1978.
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Sugilite
Rich royal-purple stone discovered in Japan and found in gem quality mainly in South Africa.
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Amethyst
Purple quartz, the February birthstone, famous since ancient Greece as the stone of calm and a clear head.
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Lepidolite
Lilac lithium mica with a soft sparkle, popular in crystal lore for calm, balance and sleep.
Kunzite
Delicate pink-lilac spodumene named after Tiffany's gemmologist – the 'evening stone' that fades in sunlight.
