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Kämmererite

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Kämmererite

Also known as: Kammererite, chromian clinochlore

Sparkling purple-red chlorite coloured by chromium – a rare collector's stone.

  • ColourPurple, Magenta, Pink
  • Mineral groupChlorite (phyllosilicate)
  • Chemistry(Mg,Cr)₆(Si,Al)₄O₁₀(OH)₈
  • Hardness (Mohs)2–2.5
  • Crystal systemMonoclinic
  • Where it's foundTurkey (Kop Krom mine), Pakistan, USA, Russia
  • ChakraCrown, Heart
  • ZodiacSagittarius

What is Kämmererite?

Kämmererite is a chromium-rich variety of clinochlore, a chlorite mineral. Chromium gives it a purple to magenta-red colour. It often forms small sparkling crystals on chromite ore; the best-known specimens come from the Kop Krom mine in Turkey. It was named after August Kämmerer, a Russian mining official.

Kämmererite astrology & birthstone

  • Zodiac signsSagittarius
  • Ruling planet—
  • ElementAir
  • Birthstone month—

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

Kämmererite meaning & traditional properties

Kämmererite is associated with calm, clarity and spirituality in crystal traditions.

  • Calm
  • Clarity
  • Spirituality

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

How to use Kämmererite

  • Display kämmererite as a collector's specimen.

How to care for Kämmererite

Very soft – avoid touching, water and knocks.

Looking for Kämmererite?

Kämmererite 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.

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Rituals & pairings

Pair Kämmererite 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

  • Clear the room with a little sage smoke and sit comfortably.
  • Light a purple or white candle and frankincense, lotus or copal incense.
  • Hold your crystal or rest it in front of you and breathe slowly for 5–10 minutes.
  • Note down any ideas or feelings that come up.

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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Kämmererite FAQs

What mineral is kämmererite?

A chromium-rich variety of clinochlore, a chlorite mineral.

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