Hypersthene: History, Origin, Composition, Virtues, Meaning and Recharging of the stone

Hypersthene is a stone from the Pyroxene family. It is particularly appreciated for its virtues in lithotherapy, but not only; it is also used and loved in the world of jewelry. Its sober color can be worn by everyone. It's also known as "velvety labradorite", as it can be found in the same deposits as Labradorite.

History of Hyperstene

The etymology of the word Hypersthene comes from the Greek, "hyper" meaning "more" and "sthenos" meaning "strength" or "power".

A mineralogist by the name of Abraham Gottlob Werner was the first to discover Hypersthene, and named it "paulite". Years later, another mineralogist, Abbé René Just Haüy, discovered the first deposits of the stone, called "labradorite hornblende" at the time. In his book "Traité de Minéralogie", he contradicted Werner's studies and demonstrated that this was indeed a new species of stone, which he later named L'Hypersthène. Amerindians link this stone to the legend of Thunderbird, a mythical bird.

Origin and composition of Hypersthene stone

Hypersthene is a natural stone belonging to the Pyroxene family. It is composed of iron and magnesium silicate with the chemical formula (Fe,Mg)2(SiO6). Hypersthene has a density of 3.5.

This beautiful stone forms in magmatic rocks. Its color remains predominantly black, but can diverge to brown and may have some silvery-gray highlights.

Origin of Hyperstene

Hypersthene deposits are found in Japan, Australia, France and the United States, although the main deposit is in Canada.

Its hardness is between 5 and 6 on the Mohs scale.

Virtues and significance of Hypersthene in lithotherapy

Hypersthene is a stone for anchoring and empathy.

Hypersthene in lithotherapy

On a physical level,Hypersthene is much loved by athletes for its lithotherapy virtues and the benefits it brings to the body and muscles. It can strengthen muscles and tendons, cleanse toxins from the body and organs, improve the respiratory system and blood circulation. It also purifies negative emotions and brings joy, confidence and courage.

Mentally, the stone Hypersthene makes the user more empathetic and improves relationships with others. Hypersthene also enhances communication, listening and trust, making the wearer more serene, honest and calm.

Please note that lithotherapy is not a substitute for medical treatment or expertise.

Significance of the Hypersthene stone

Hypersthene symbolizes compassion.

It is associated with the solar plexus chakra to enhance its benefits for the human body, from pain to regeneration. Hypersthene is also linked to the heart chakra to amplify joy and positive emotions.

It is closely linked to the astrological signs Virgo and Capricorn.

Hypersthene stone care, purification and recharging

To care for your Hypersthene stone, purify and clean it with distilled (unsalted) water for a short time. Once clean, recharge your natural stone with a pile of quartz next to it, or with the sun's rays.