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

Unakite is a stone from the Altered Granite family. This natural stone is also called "Unakite Jasper", although it is not a Jasper and is rarely referred to as "epidote". Its color makes it a stone much appreciated by jewelers, but also in the world of lithotherapy. Unakite's soothing virtues and benefits make it a highly prized stone.

History of Unakite

Etymology of the name Unakite is originally the stone "epidote", from the Greek "epidosis" meaning "competent". Unakite was named by René Just Haüy, a French mineralogist, in 1801. Much later, in 1874, an American geologist, Frank Howe Bradley, named this natural stone after the place where it was discovered, in the Unaka Mountains in North Carolina, USA.

Unfortunately, he had no information on Unakite, as it had only recently been discovered. Today, however, Unakite is widely used in jewelry.

Origin and composition of Unakite

Unakite belongs to the altered granite family. Unakite natural stone is mainly composed of calcium, aluminum and iron silicate, with the chemical formula Ca2(Al,Fe)3Si3O12(OH). The density of this stone is between 3.2 and 3.55.

Unakite stone forms mainly in metamorphic rocks that have undergone hydrothermal alteration. From this alteration, minerals are transformed into rocks such as granite.

Unakite is generally khaki green and reddish-pink in color. Depending on the quantity of minerals, these can influence the shades, which can be lighter and/or darker.

Origin of Unakite

The main deposits ofUnakite are found in the USA, South Africa, Brazil, China and Russia.

The hardness of Unakite stone is around 6 to 7 on the Mohs scale.

Virtues and significance of Unakite in lithotherapy

Unakite is a stone of protection and comfort.

Unakite in lithotherapy

On the physical level Unakite is a stone with numerous benefits for the body, notably for the immune system in general, but also for the digestive system, such as the liver, ulcers and the intestinal system. This natural stone is the perfect asset for lithotherapy, for fluidifying breathing, bone regeneration and skin problems. Unakite is highly valued for its soothing properties, for example, against headaches or stress, to improve sleep and reduce hypertension.

In lithotherapy Unakite offers soothing virtues and mental serenity. It helps you find yourself in a spiritual quest and unblocks past events, freeing you from them and enabling you to move forward. This natural Unakite stone also brings perspective, allowing you to put situations into perspective while encouraging introspection. What's more, it enhances positive emotions like love and regulates mood, perfect for those who are highly stressed, short-tempered or shy. Finally, Unakite enhances communication and self-confidence.

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

Significance of Unakite

Unakite symbolizes balance and growth.

The natural Unakite stone is often associated with the heart chakra, which promotes benevolence, love and the expression of positive feelings. This chakra brings greater openness of mind and enables you to make better choices in life that will take you on the path to happiness. Unakite is also linked to the solar plexus chakra, which acts directly on the digestive system, bringing greater vitality, dynamism and life force. In addition, it promotes confidence and helps the wearer overcome trials and difficulties.

Unakite is very sensitive to the astrological signs of Scorpio, Libra, Virgo and Gemini. The stone does not have a birth month assigned to it, however, Unakite has historically been the birthstone of March.

Unakite care, purification and recharging

To care for your Unakite stones, we suggest a few methods:

Cleaning and purifying

It's important to clean and purify your Unakite so that it retains its natural brilliance:

• Rinse with lukewarm water and dry gently with a soft cloth,

• Purify by fumigation, wrapping the Unakite stone in smoke for a few minutes.

Recharging

Don't forget to reload your Unakite stone stone to take full advantage of its powers:

• Recharge the stone with sunlight for a few hours,

• Place a cluster of quartz next to it to recharge the Unakite.