Sphalerite

Physical Properties

Sphalerite is also known as blende or zincblende or wurzite. Often dark brown to black in colour but can be found in transparent yellow brown, green red and orange. Found in the USA, Mexico and Santander in Spain. It's a very soft stone and not suitable for use in jewellery though gorgeous collectors stones can be cut, exhibiting a fantastic fire and high lustre.
Chemical composition: Zinc sulphide.
Crystal structure: Cubic
Hardness: 3.5

Metaphysical Properties and Crystal Healing

Sphalerite is the stone of Integrity. Sphalerite gets its name from the Greek word for deceitful and is said to help us recognise those who are. It affects the nervous system and the eyes.

In Astrology

Sphalerite has been associated with the Sun and the planets Mercury and Venus.

7 Chakras

Sphalerite activates Muladhara - the Root Chakra ( 1 ), Swadhisthana - the Sacral or Navel Chakra ( 2 ) and Manipura - the Solar Plexus Chakra ( 3 ).