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Fluorite

Focus, mental clarity, decision-making

Fluorite crystal — photograph of the stone
Fluorite

About Fluorite

Fluorite is a stone of focus and mental clarity, often used for study and decision-making.

Popular for study and concentration work.

History & folklore

Fluorite gave its name to fluorescence, the glowing effect under ultraviolet light, which was first studied in this mineral. The Romans carved fluorite drinking cups, believing they prevented drunkenness. The mineral is used in making steel and aluminium.

Correspondences

Traditional uses
Focus, mental clarity, decision-making
Colour
Purple, green, blue or rainbow
Hardness
4 (Mohs)
Element
Air
Chakra
Third eye
Best day
Wednesday
Moon phase
Any phase — follow what feels right
Intentions
Clarity, Focus

Ways to work with it

  1. Keep it on your desk while studying.
  2. Hold it when you need to make a clear decision.
  3. Place it beside your computer to keep your mind organised.

Where it comes from

Fluorite is found worldwide, including China, Mexico and England (where purple-banded 'Blue John' comes from Derbyshire). It often forms perfect cubes or octahedrons.

Care & safety

Fluorite is soft and splits easily. Its colour fades in sunlight. Avoid water for long periods.

Correspondences are traditional associations gathered from folk practice and modern craft books. They vary between sources, and they are not medical advice. Read our editorial approach.

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