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IMA mineral species Healing crystal

Prehnite

Transitional ino-phyllosilicate mineral.

YellowGreenGrayWhite & Clear

Prehnite specimen
Prehnite - Southbury, Connecticut, USA.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formula—
Elements—
Crystal systemOrthorhombic
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolPrh
Nickel–Strunz class9.DP.20

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Cradock, South Africa

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Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

Called the 'stone to heal the healer', prehnite is linked to inner peace and preparedness.

Traditional uses
calm, intuition, unconditional love
Chakra
Heart Solar Plexus
Zodiac
Libra, Virgo
Element
Earth

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

EmeraldPaired in tradition for love, with Emerald bringing renewal as well. Rose QuartzBoth carry the theme of self-love, so together they're thought to reinforce it. ChrysocollaA natural partner for calm; Chrysocolla also adds communication. LarimarPaired in tradition for calm, with Larimar bringing feminine energy as well. Clear QuartzClear quartz is the traditional amplifier, said to boost prehnite's calm.

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