Célestine Madagascar A (raw stone)

Celestine stone owes its name to the Latin word caelesti, meaning celestial. In 1790, the German chemist Martin Heinrich Klaproth discovered it in Madagascar. A year later, Abraham Gottlob Werner, a Saxon mineralogist and geologist, named this stone "celestine" because of its sky-blue color. It is even nicknamed "angel stone."

However, this celestine stone was already widely used by the populations of ancient civilizations. We have very few references to it. Indeed, it was highly prized by magicians, mystics, and alchemists of antiquity. Thus, it seems that this celestine stone possessed mystical and strange powers and was kept hidden. It was reserved for adepts of the occult sciences, who transformed it into powder, elixirs, essences, in liquid or solid form. At that time, it was even believed to have relaxing properties.

Celestine is a stone belonging to the sulfate group. It is one of the most abundant sulfates in nature. It is composed of strontium sulfate, a mineral with a dense, fibrous structure. Celestine (or celestite) ranges in color from white to light blue. Sometimes, impurities become embedded, adding shades of brown, red, or yellow. It is a fragile and sometimes porous stone, occurring as crystals, in a massive compact form, or in fibrous forms.

While celestine is found in sedimentary rocks, it is frequently associated with limestone. It can thus be found in the form of splendid geodes of elongated prismatic crystals. Many celestines exposed to violet light exhibit fluorescent qualities.

It is worth noting that during Roman times, this celestial stone was known as "aqua aura." Nowadays, this term refers to non-natural stones. The Romans used it for its calming properties and exported it to overseas territories.

We have very few legends associated with this celestial stone. However, in Greek mythology, celestial stone originates from a group of stars known as the Pleiades or "Seven Sisters." This is an open cluster easily visible in the night sky. We can confidently say that we see one of the most beautiful celestial objects from Earth.

According to a recent account of this celestial stone, it is said to be a stone from heaven, created through the angelic chants of celestial choirs. For example, the Cherubim constitute the eighth choir in the hierarchy of heaven.

The main deposits are located in Madagascar, Brazil, Germany, China, Mexico, etc.

This celestine stone encourages imagination and artistic creation. It is said to facilitate eloquence and boost confidence during public performances. It eliminates stage fright and nervousness. It strengthens communication with others and fosters quality relationships.

It is a perfect stone for dispelling anxieties, worries, and even paranoid feelings. It provides security and serenity, allowing one to feel protected.

Celestine can be used for very young children suffering from night terrors. Placed on a bedside table, it brings peace and restful sleep. Its effects envelop the wearer in gentleness, comfort, and calm.

More generally, celestine is a stone with a liberating effect; it dispels negative emotions such as sadness and anxiety. It helps to combat various forms of oppression, sometimes linked to the past, that prevent one from moving forward in life.

It is a stone of courage, which eliminates feelings of uselessness or powerlessness and restores self-confidence. Celestite calms a mind overwhelmed by too many thoughts and puts things into perspective in difficult situations.

This stone is renowned as an excellent talisman, warding off panic attacks. It is highly recommended for those experiencing fear while traveling, or for those suffering from agoraphobia (fear of crowds or the world). It promotes a sense of calm.