Sugilite

KNa2(Fe,Mn,Al)2Li3Si12O30 - Mohs Hardness: 6 - 6 1/2. Sugilite is a rare purple cyclosilicate mineral that was named after the Japanese petrologist, Kenichi Sugi, who first identified it in 1944 in Iwagi Islet, Japan. Mainly used in jewelry in the form of cabochons, Sugilite is believed to provide positive energy and to help its wearer to focus on desired achievements. Additionally, sugilite is thought to reduce stress and encourage feelings of spiritual love.
Abstract/Description: KNa2(Fe,Mn,Al)2Li3Si12O30 - Mohs Hardness: 6 - 6 1/2. Sugilite is a rare purple cyclosilicate mineral that was named after the Japanese petrologist, Kenichi Sugi, who first identified it in 1944 in Iwagi Islet, Japan. Mainly used in jewelry in the form of cabochons, Sugilite is believed to provide positive energy and to help its wearer to focus on desired achievements. Additionally, sugilite is thought to reduce stress and encourage feelings of spiritual love.
Subject(s): environmental sciences
Title: Sugilite.
Type of Resource: still image
Genre: natural object
Physical Form: image/jpeg
Abstract/Description: KNa2(Fe,Mn,Al)2Li3Si12O30 - Mohs Hardness: 6 - 6 1/2. Sugilite is a rare purple cyclosilicate mineral that was named after the Japanese petrologist, Kenichi Sugi, who first identified it in 1944 in Iwagi Islet, Japan. Mainly used in jewelry in the form of cabochons, Sugilite is believed to provide positive energy and to help its wearer to focus on desired achievements. Additionally, sugilite is thought to reduce stress and encourage feelings of spiritual love.
Identifier(s): rockminx-7-3-3 (IID)
Subject(s): environmental sciences
Held by: The University of Toledo
Location: Digital Initiatives, University of Toledo Libraries
Rights Statement: NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Related Title: Ruth Jacobs Collection.
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