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Hiddenite

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Hiddenite

Also known as: Green spodumene

Rare green spodumene, sister of kunzite – a stone of the heart in crystal lore.

  • ColourGreen, Yellow-green
  • Mineral groupPyroxene (spodumene)
  • ChemistryLiAlSi₂O₆
  • Hardness (Mohs)6.5–7
  • Crystal systemMonoclinic
  • Where it's foundUSA (North Carolina), Brazil, Afghanistan, Madagascar
  • ChakraHeart
  • ZodiacScorpio

What is Hiddenite?

Hiddenite is the green variety of spodumene, the same mineral as pink kunzite. It was named after William Earl Hidden, who found it in North Carolina in the 1870s. True hiddenite is coloured by chromium; paler green spodumene from elsewhere is also sold as hiddenite. It has strong pleochroism (colour changes with viewing angle).

Hiddenite astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsScorpio
  • Ruling planet—
  • ElementEarth
  • Birthstone month—

Zodiac, planet and element links come from crystal-lore traditions and vary between authors. Birthstone months follow the American Gem Society list.

Hiddenite meaning & traditional properties

Hiddenite is associated with love, emotional healing and renewal in crystal traditions.

  • Love
  • Healing
  • Renewal

Traditional and metaphysical properties are shared for cultural and educational interest. Crystals are not a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

How to use Hiddenite

  • Keep hiddenite with rose quartz or kunzite.

How to care for Hiddenite

Perfect cleavage makes it prone to splitting – avoid knocks and heat. Some green colour can fade in sunlight.

Looking for Hiddenite?

Hiddenite isn't in our shop right now – new stock arrives regularly. In the meantime, explore similar crystals we have available or browse our full crystal collection.

  • Emerald
    In our shop

    Emerald

    The legendary green beryl and May birthstone, treasured from Cleopatra's Egypt to Colombia.

  • Prehnite
    In our shop

    Prehnite

    Soft green, glowing mineral – the first mineral ever named after a person – often dotted with black epidote.

Rituals & pairings

Pair Hiddenite with a love & self-love ritual

A gentle heart-opening ritual for self-love, relationships and kindness.

Traditionally paired with: Rose or jasmine incense · Vanilla or rose candles · Palo santo to clear the space first

  • Clear the space with a little palo santo smoke.
  • Light a rose or vanilla candle and place your crystal in front of it.
  • Light rose or jasmine incense and write down three things you appreciate about yourself or someone you love.
  • Keep the crystal with your note, or carry it with you during the week.

Safety: never leave candles, incense or smudge sticks burning unattended, keep them away from children, pets and anything flammable, and ventilate the room. Rituals are shared as tradition, not as a treatment.

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Hiddenite FAQs

Is hiddenite related to kunzite?

Yes – both are spodumene; kunzite is pink, hiddenite green.

Related crystals

  • Kunzite

    Kunzite

    Delicate pink-lilac spodumene named after Tiffany's gemmologist – the 'evening stone' that fades in sunlight.

  • Emerald
    In our shop

    Emerald

    The legendary green beryl and May birthstone, treasured from Cleopatra's Egypt to Colombia.

  • Green Tourmaline

    Green Tourmaline

    Forest-green tourmaline, an October birthstone – a crystal lore stone of growth and vitality.

  • Prehnite
    In our shop

    Prehnite

    Soft green, glowing mineral – the first mineral ever named after a person – often dotted with black epidote.

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