Sodalite
Sodalite is a beautiful stone characterized by its deep blue color with white mottled patches, and is known as a stone that symbolizes intellect, reason, and insight. It is also famous as one of the constituent minerals of lapis lazuli and is primarily used for ornamental items and carvings.
Sodalite
Basic Information
| Chemical Formula | Na₄Al₃(SiO₄)₃Cl |
|---|---|
| Classification | Isometric system |
| Hardness | 5.5–6 (Mohs scale) |
| Specific Gravity | 2.27 |
Features
- Characterized by deep blue color with white patches.
- One of the constituent minerals found in lapis lazuli.
- The name is derived from its "soda" content.
- The white patches are caused by calcite.
Trivia: Sodalite is also known as a stone that enhances intuition and is sometimes used for meditation.