Cavansite is a rare blue calcium vanadium silicate, famous for tiny blue crystals that grow in little puffballs and for its deep ultramarine colour. It was first found in Oregon in 1967 and is a favourite with collectors of zeolite minerals. Here is a look at its history and lore. See our cavansite specimens for pieces.
The Physical Properties of Cavansite
Cavansite usually makes tiny crystals, out of which the little blue puffballs are the most exquisite and beautiful. Its colour varies from greenish blue to deep ultramarine blue, and it is vitreous and transparent. Cavansite also displays visible pleochroism, which makes its appearance all the more fascinating. It's a brittle stone, rated 3-4 on the Mohs hardness scale.
As a rare stone that is not easy to mine, cavansite usually is found in small formations. The crystal's surface is often jagged owing to the presence of lustrous formations that extend from its main body which looks a bit like a rosette. That gives the stone it's unique powder puff appearance that crystal lovers find so enchanting.
The History of Cavansite
This beautiful blue stone first discovered in 1967 in Oregon, and subsequently, its deposits were found in various places around the world, including India, Brazil and New Zealand. Cavansite has been named for its chemical composition, which consists of calcium, vanadium and silicate ” Ca-V-Si.
The Lore of Cavansite
As is the case with most other recently discovered crystals, cavansite is not mentioned in any ancient texts or legends. However, it has extensive modern magic lore. Numerology connects it to the number 4, while astrology claims it is a stone for Aquarius and Pisces star sign. It is due to it being considered a crystal of the elements of Air and Water.
The Metaphysical Properties of Cavansite
In crystal lore, cavansite carries a bright, joyful vibration and a sense of optimism. People often keep it near them when they start a new creative project, as a symbol of fresh ideas and excitement. If you have been short of ideas, it is a nice stone to have on the desk.
Crystal writers also link cavansite with the heart chakra and with the so-called Golden Crown Diamond, a name for the unity of the alta major, third eye, crown, causal and ear chakras. They connect it with the throat, and with voice and listening. All of this is symbolism and folk belief, not claims about the body.
It is also a popular choice for meditation, and in lore it is a stone of comfort in difficult times and of letting go of grief. People like it as a calm focus point during a quiet moment.
This unique and beautiful blue crystal is a lovely addition to any collection, especially next to other zeolites.
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