Stone: Chrysanthemum

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Country of Origin: Japan, China, Canada, USA

General information: This stone is commonly black and white but it may also be brown and white. The way that the minerals are arranged in the stone resembles the flower chrysanthemum, thus explaining its name.

Physical Properties: This is a naturally occurring stone that is composed of a mixture of gypsum, dolomite and limestone. There are inclusions of various other minerals such as celestite, calcite, andalusite, and feldspar within this stone as well. 

Metaphysical properties: Chrysanthemum stone contains an energy that helps you overcome through obstacles to joy, love and abundance in your life. It helps create a balance between our physical and spiritual sides. This stone is said to bring unexpected opportunities and help in one's life. This stone is associated with both the heart and crown chakra.  

Stone: Sodalite

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Country of Origin: Brazil, Russia, Greenland, Romania, France, India, Myanmar, Namibia, Canada, and USA. 

General information: Sodalite is named in reference to its sodium content. This stone is a member of the feldspathoid group of minerals. Stones whose chemistry are close to that of the alkali feldspar, but are poor in silica content, are called feldspathoids. Sodalite, when not blue, is hard to distinguish from other feldspathoids. 

Physical Properties: Sodalite is a dark blue stone with white calcite intermixed. It is sometimes confused with Lapis Lauzli as it also has small specks of pyrite in it. There are some Sodalites that contain inclusions in shades of yellow, red, and green. 

Metaphysical properties: Sodalite is the stone of athletics, as it stimulates endurance. It is said Sodalite will harmonize the inner being or the conscious and subconscious mind. Sodalite promotes peace and harmony. Sodalite is extra lucky for writers. This stone is most powerful within the throat and third eye chakra.