 Let's get one
thing straight. "Cacoxenite" is a trade name for this stone. There's a
gorgeous golden mineral by the same name, and some of that same mineral
is included (along with several others) in these beads. The reason for
the misleading misnomer? The stone was found, named, marketed, and
became known as Cacoxenite before science entered the equation. By the
time the stone was properly analyzed, "Cacoxenite" had become an
accepted name. The stone is also known as Cacoxenite Amethyst, Goethite (in) Amethyst, Melody Stone and Super Seven / Sacred Seven.  Why
Super Seven, you ask? This stone gets its amazing coloring and
variations from seven different materials: Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Smoky
Quartz, Rutile, Goethite, Lepidocrocite, and... Cacoxenite. If crystal
healing, energy work, or metaphysical properties are your thing, you
don't need me to tell you that this is one super-duper power-packed
stone. (Side note, the Mohs hardness is also a 7 for this stone - not
the 3 - 3.5 of the pure mineral.)The idea is that a bunch of really powerful crystals are packed together and amplify their respective strengths in a holistic healing crystal. It's reputed to help release negative energy and relationships while simultaneously encouraging nurturing relationships and self-acceptance. Because the stone has these benefits, it's also thought to strengthen community bonds. After all, who doesn't want to be around a bunch of people who've let go of negative energy and actively seek the highest good? So we've established that what we know as Cacoxenite is an amazing part of the Amethyst family, does that mean you should leave classic Amethyst and Amethyst varieties out in the cold? Short Answer: NO. Strictly from a color and design perspective, all Amethyst has an important place. Think about it. You can't beat the pastel perfection of Lavender Amethyst, the bold patterns of Dog Teeth Amethyst, or the luxurious royal purple of the unadulterated stone itself. Setting aesthetics and design aside, different stone varieties bring their own rich geological, sociological, and anthropological stories.  Christian churches loooved Amethyst back in the day. The rich color was said to symbolize Christ. Saint Valentine is said to have worn an Amethyst ring carved with an image of Cupid, and the Bible mentions Amethyst in numerous places. In fact, before large quantities of Amethyst were found in South America, Amethyst was valued as highly as Diamond, Ruby or Sapphire. In certain civilizations, it was even more valuable. In addition to Christianity, Ancient Egyptians and Greeks, also have links to the stone, as do the ruling classes of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. And, of course, Amethyst is a powerful stone in its own right. It is metaphysically said to be a powerfully cleansing stone that promotes wisdom, stability, and harmony.  We'd
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3 Comments
Jean Bushey
Erin! Great info packed article. What a beautiful stone. Jeanie B
Margaret
thank you for your information. I tend to buy things by the "feel". It has always been fun to touch the stones in person, but I have found I can feel them over the Internet, which is kind of interesting (although some might find it a little too woo-woo - yes, I can laugh at my own self)
sharon maria
Such an informative blog. I love cacoxenite, just have a look at my collection which is on https://www.gemexi.com/gemstones/jewelry/cacoxenite Thanks for sharing.
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