What Is Creedite?

Creedite is a rare mineral that forms spiky orange, white, purple or colourless crystals, and it was first described in Colorado in 1916. In crystal lore it is associated with spiritual growth and meditation. Here is how it forms, where it is found and what each colour is traditionally linked with.

Creedite has vivid colours and crystal formations. It's a collector's item which is usually found in well-curated mineral collections rather than in jewellery collections.

The Physical Properties of Creedite

Creedite consists of colourless, white, orange, and purple prismatic crystals. The purest and most distinct variety is orange creedite known for its spiky crystals going out in all directions (often likened to the rodent porcupine and its coat of sharp spikes). The rest of the creedite varieties have a druzy form with tiny crystals covering half or the entire stone.

Creedite is translucent to transparent. With a perfect cleavage and a Mohs hardness rating of 3.5 to 4, this crystal wouldn't make a durable material for jewellery. Perhaps fewer than a dozen creedite crystals have ever been polished into faceted stones, according to the International Gem Society.

The crystal is sensitive to acid, so wearing it for long periods is not advised.

The History of Creedite

Creedite is a hydroxyl halide mineral that forms due to the oxidation of fluorite ore deposits. The name creedite derives from the name Creede Quadrangle (located in Mineral County in Colorado) where it was discovered in 1916.

Later on, the mineral would be found in other fluorite veins in Nye County, Nevada; in the Darwin District in Inyo County, California; in the mines of Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua in Mexico (home to rare facetable creedites); and in the Grand Reef Mine in Graham County, Arizona. Creedite is also found in La Paz, Bolivia; Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan; and in the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan.

The Lore of Creedite

There is no lore or legend associated with this mineral.

The Metaphysical Properties of Creedite

In crystal lore, creedite is known as a stone of spiritual protection and a tool for accessing ancient knowledge. It is linked with ideas about the Akashic Records and the Lemurian seed crystals.

In crystal lore it is associated with clarity and wisdom, and with finishing plans that have long been shelved. Some people display a creedite cluster in the office as a symbol of focus.

Creedite is also linked with matters of the heart, and is sometimes kept as a keepsake after a breakup.

Each creedite variety has unique attributes and uses:

• Colourless/white creedite - Associated with the chakras or energy fields, and with courage in life-changing decisions.
• Purple creedite - Associated with spiritual knowledge and guidance, and with the crown chakra.
• Orange creedite - Associated with creative vision, career and business, and with confidence when starting a new chapter.

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