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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Sphalerite
the miners’ tricksterA zinc mineral in honey, amber and dark brown, with a bright, almost diamond-like shine. Traditionally kept for grounding and strength.
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Said to help withGrounding and strength
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Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourHoney, amber, red-brown to black
Hardness3.5 to 4 out of 10, soft: handle gently
What it isZinc sulphide, the main ore of zinc
Meaning
What sphalerite is said to do
Where the name comes from
From the Greek sphaleros, “treacherous”: it looked like lead ore but gave no lead, so miners felt cheated. German miners called it blende, from the word for “to deceive”.
A miners’ stone with a bright shine, kept for grounding and strength.
Traditionally said to help with
GroundingAn earthy miners’ stone, traditionally kept for feeling steady.
StrengthLinked with resilience and keeping going.
FocusSaid to suit practical, hands-on work.
RarityA sphere in sphalerite is an unusual piece for a collector.
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Everyday sphalerite
How to use it
1On a shelfIn good light, where its shine shows.
2In a collectionAn unusual mineral for a collector.
3In your handsHold the sphere for a few slow breaths.
4As a giftA present for a rock and mineral fan.
Care card
Looking after your sphalerite
Handle it gentlySphalerite is soft and splits easily, so store it on its own and avoid knocks.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Keep it dryWipe it with a soft dry cloth. Don’t soak it, and keep it away from acids and cleaners.
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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Sphalerite
the miners’ tricksterA zinc mineral with a diamond-like shine. Traditionally kept for grounding.
Shop sphalerite · from £6.22Said to help withGrounding and strength
Chakra[PLACEHOLDER: check chakra]
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourHoney, amber, red-brown to black
Hardness3.5 to 4 out of 10, soft: handle gently
What it isZinc sulphide, the main ore of zinc
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Goes well with sphalerite
Pyritea fellow miners’ stone
Smoky quartzfor grounding
Red jasperfor stamina
Clear quartzsaid to amplify itWhat sphalerite is said to do
From the Greek sphaleros, “treacherous”: miners mistook it for lead ore and felt cheated.
GroundingAn earthy miners’ stone, traditionally kept for feeling steady.
StrengthLinked with resilience and keeping going.
FocusSaid to suit practical, hands-on work.
RarityA sphere in sphalerite is an unusual piece for a collector.
Care cardLooking after your sphalerite
Handle it gentlySphalerite is soft and splits easily, so store it on its own and avoid knocks.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Keep it dryWipe it with a soft dry cloth. Don’t soak it, and keep it away from acids and cleaners.
How to use it
1On a shelfIn good light, where its shine shows.
2In a collectionAn unusual mineral for a collector.
3In your handsHold the sphere for a few slow breaths.
4As a giftA present for a rock and mineral fan.
Sphalerite, answered
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