From Morocco comes this 2.1” by 1.3” by 0.8” piece of deeply hematite-stained maroon and peach barite topped by a cascading, sparkling druse of gemmy eye-popping orange vanadinite!  They form a nice curve, almost giving the illusion of an orange waterfall. There are even flashes of golden fire!  The crystals are elestial and well-formed and form a glittering array over the barite … and the contrast is glorious!  What a gorgeous piece!

 

Vanadinite is wonderful for the meditative state, helping provide focus and concentration.  Too many times when I sit to meditate, the day’s activities flash through my mind and it’s a real chore trying to stop thinking about all that and get into the meditation.  I love the effect of the vanadinite – like a vast clearing!  Then, the barite adds such a wonderful state of calm and serenity.  This isn’t a rush as much as a sense of well-being, belonging and knowing.  Overall, the two in combination prepare you well for meditation and then you are ready to work with whatever crystal you want!  What a wonderful gift!

 

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Dazzling Gemmy Orange Vanadinite on Maroon Barite