Geological Profile
Also Known As: Celestine
Mineral Group: Sulfate
Chemical Formula: SrSO₄ (Strontium Sulfate)
Crystal System: Orthorhombic
Hardness: 3 – 3.5 (Mohs Scale)
Transparency: Transparent to translucent
Colour: Soft blue to sky blue; may also appear colourless, pale grey, or white
Common Sources:
Celestite is found in Madagascar, Mexico, Peru, Poland, Libya, Egypt, and the USA (notably Ohio). Madagascar produces some of the finest blue crystal clusters, often seen in polished or natural geode forms.
Formation:
Celestite forms in sedimentary rock cavities, especially in limestone and dolomite beds, where strontium-rich groundwater crystallises into orthorhombic structures. The gentle blue hue comes from trace amounts of impurities and natural radiation.
Interesting Fact:
The name “Celestite” comes from the Latin caelestis, meaning “heavenly” — a nod to its sky-blue colour and tranquil energy. It's also the primary source of strontium, a metal used in fireworks to produce red flames.
Metaphysical Insight
Celestite is known as a stone of peace, angelic connection, and higher awareness. It carries a soft, uplifting energy that clears the mind and opens the heart to inner stillness and divine guidance.
Energy Associations
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Chakras: Crown, Third Eye, Throat
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Zodiac Signs: Pisces, Gemini, Libra
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Element: Air
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Planetary Influence: Neptune, Moon
Emotional & Spiritual Benefits
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Calms mental chatter and emotional overwhelm
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Supports restful sleep and dream recall
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Encourages communication with higher realms, guides, or intuition
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Helps create a peaceful environment — perfect for meditation or healing work
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Gently clears energetic blockages in the upper chakras
Common Uses
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Placed in bedrooms or healing spaces for a calming atmosphere
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Used during meditation to deepen intuitive connection
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Kept nearby to ease anxiety, tension, or emotional stress
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Paired with Selenite, Amethyst, or Angelite for spiritual clarity
Affirmation:
"I am held in peace and open to the guidance of light and truth."
Disclaimer
Crystals are a natural form from the earth. The item you receive may be different from the exact image you see. Crystals have their own imperfections, shapes and colours and no two pieces are identical. All crystal properties are metaphysical in nature and they can be used alongside but not replace medical advice.