Natural Epidote Specimen

EPI-056 Natural Lustrous Epidote Mineral Specimen Democratic Republic of Congo , South Africa 2.5 cm ; 2.47 grams Epidote- the name comes from the Greek epi- meaning "over" didorai meaning "to give" & was intended to describe the enlargement of one end of the crystal in some specimens. Epidote has a hardness of 6-7 on the mohs scale and is classified as a sorosilicate or a calcium, aluminum, iron silicate hydroxide mineral. identified by prismatic slender grooved crystals & fibrous radiating aggregates that have a vitreous lustre Epidote is said to support the brain, thyroid, liver, gall bladder & adrenal glands. It's often used by healers and energy workers by helping to increase memory, personal power, and energy. Also known to be used for healing on a cellular level and fighting depression, raising vibration in blocked areas, & can help find core patterns behind physical diseases.