Magnesite a Carbonate Mineral

Distinct crystals of Magnesite are rare, but when found are rhombohedral or prismatic. Magnesite is generally massive, lamellar, fibrous, or granular. A carbonate of magnesium, Magnesite take is it name from its composition and is virtually impossible to melt. Most commonly white or light grey, it can be yellow or brownish when iron substitute for some of the magnesium.

Magnesite forms principally as an alteration product in magnesium-rich rocks, such as peridotites, and through the action of magnesium – containing solutions upon calcite. It also occurs as a primary mineral in limestone and talc or chlorite schists and is found in some meteorites.

Magnesite is said to promote relaxation and a positive attitude to life. It removes negative feelings, reduces oversensitivity and said to aid in lifting depression. The pure white color symbolizes purity and freedom but also fertility, it is said to protect the wearer against false love, false friends and intrigues. Magnesite is linked to the star sign of Libra.

This design is handcraft entirely of the white Magnesite cut in disks which I’ve slightly graduated. Between are faceted hexagons light Topaz crystals, gold tone spacers and paired at the bottom is a Turquoise cross pendant; the bail is handmade in non-tarnish gold wire.

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*Research from various mineral/gem books.

Fun Styling in Southwest

Looks like Turquoise (but it’s not) and is still a natural stone in all Magnesite! I just fell in love with this strand of green Magnesite when I saw it; the raw edges of the disks just give it an all natural fun and stylish Southwestern look. I’ve matched it with teardrop Magnesite (pendant style) that has a really great beige/brown matrix, sliced in a hint of Amber chips and Sterling Silver fancy toggle and beads to match. To complete this set, I did the same Magnesite disks, adding in Amber chips to make large dangle earrings; you could pair this set with just about anything or wear them seperately to accent any outfit!

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Classy Chic Elegance

Classy yet chic in a graceful style; this pieces has a little bit of flair using nuggets of varying colors of Magnesite (might even find a bit of Wild Horse Magnesite mixed in). Beautiful tones in shades of spring and summer that will last wearable into the fall seasons. It is really truly a year-round jewelry piece!

Designed in Magnesite, freshwater Pearl accents, with a hint of faceted Crystals and copper; you can find it with many other custom Artisan crafted designs available on our website.