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Locality: Utah
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Color: Selenite is typically colorless or white, but it can also occur in other hues such as orange, brown, and green due to impurities.
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Hardness: Selenite has a relatively low hardness on the Mohs scale, typically around 2, which means it is quite soft and can be easily scratched or damaged.
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Clarity: Selenite often occurs in transparent to translucent forms, allowing light to pass through it.
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Luster: Selenite exhibits a vitreous (glass-like) to pearly luster, giving it a somewhat shiny appearance.
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Density: The density of selenite varies depending on its composition and crystal structure but generally ranges from about 2.3 to 2.4 grams per cubic centimeter.
- Metaphysical Properties: Selenite is believed to have strong cleansing and purifying properties, both energetically and spiritually. It is often used to clear negative energy from spaces, objects, and the aura. Selenite is thought to promote mental clarity, focus, and insight, making it helpful for decision-making, problem-solving, and gaining perspective on situations.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.