1.71 g. Nigerian Okuta-Didan Phenakite Crystal
This beautiful 1.71-gram Phenakite crystal from the Okuta-Didan Mine in Jos Plateau, Nigeria, is a rare and sought after Phenakite. Measuring 16 x 11 mm, this mineral is celebrated for its exceptional clarity and intricate natural etchings, which are hallmarks of the finest Phenakite specimens from this region.
Phenakite from Nigeria is among the rarest in the world. Stones from the Okuta-Didan Mine are especially coveted for their unparalleled transparency and vibrational potency. The mine's location in the Jos Plateau region—a geologically significant area famous for its high-quality gemstones—produces some of the purest and most energetically potent Phenakite crystals available. These unique crystals are prized by collectors, spiritual practitioners, and gemstone connoisseurs worldwide.
This exceptional Phenakite is perfect for use in stone medicine elixirs, energy grids, healing layouts, or as a meditative tool. Whether placed over the third eye or crown chakra, used in energy work, or displayed in a collection, this crystal radiates transformative energy and offers profound spiritual benefits.
SPECIFICATIONS
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MINERAL TYPE: Phenakite
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CUT: Natural crystal
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PHENOMENON: None
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COLOR: Clear with natural etchings
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CLARITY: Best grade (high transparency with little inclusions)
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TRANSPARENCY: Transparent
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WEIGHT: 1.71 g / 8.55 ct.
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SIZE: 16 x 11 mm
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ORIGIN: Okuta-Didan Mine, Jos Plateau, Plateau State, Nigeria
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TREATMENT: None
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HARDNESS: 7.5-8 (Mohs scale)
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REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI): 1.654-1.670
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BIREFRINGENCE: 0.016
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SPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG): 2.96-3.00
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CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Hexagonal (trigonal subclass)
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CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: Be₂SiO₄
PHENAKITE CLARITY GRADES
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Good: milky/cloudy translucence with inclusions and black, brown or yellow discoloration due to other trace minerals (typically from Brazil and some in Ukraine). Vibrational quality is good, but not of the highest potency.
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Better: slightly cloudy to somewhat clear transparency with minor inclusions and light discoloration. Found in almost all Phenakite locations.
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Best: Highest grade and most vibrationally potent. Ultra-high transparency (crystal clear with ability to read text through the stone) of at least 90-95% with little to no inclusions or discoloration. Typical of Phenakite from Nigeria, Burma (Myanmar) and sometimes Ukraine.
VIBRATIONAL FREQUENCY PROFILE
Phenakite is renowned for emitting the universal centering vibration, a harmonizing energy found at sacred sites and power spots around the world. This vibration aligns and balances the human energy field, offering deep spiritual and energetic integration.
Additionally, Phenakite emits the Divine White Light frequency, the physical crystallization of divine energy. This combination makes Phenakite a powerful crystal adaptogen, capable of restoring the human energy field to homeostasis and promoting spiritual evolution.
Crystals from the Okuta-Didan Mine are particularly revered for their purity and strength in transmitting these high-frequency vibrations, making them some of the most effective tools for spiritual and energy work.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF OKUTA-DIDAN PHENAKITE
Phenakite crystals from the Okuta-Didan Mine in Nigeria are among the most coveted in the world due to their extraordinary clarity, size, etchings, and vibrational potency. The Jos Plateau region is geologically unique, producing some of the rarest and highest-quality Phenakite specimens.
This mine, known for its historical significance and limited production, yields crystals that are prized by collectors and metaphysical practitioners alike. The rarity of crystals from this locality, combined with their unmatched purity and energetic properties, makes them a cornerstone in any fine collection or spiritual practice.
METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Phenakite is celebrated as a stone of transformation, bridging the physical and spiritual realms. Its vibrational potency supports expanded awareness, higher consciousness, and deep meditative states.
Nigerian Phenakite, particularly from the Okuta-Didan Mine, is regarded as one of the most powerful and rare varieties besides those from Burma (Myanmar), offering unmatched energetic clarity and resonance. This crystal's connection to the Divine White Light frequency amplifies spiritual growth, inner transformation, and alignment with one's higher purpose.
Whether used for meditation, healing, or as a collector's piece, this Nigerian Phenakite crystal is a rare stone of extraordinary beauty and metaphysical significance.
*This piece was hand-selected by Ashley for its exceptional clarity, structure, and vibrational quality. You will receive the exact crystal shown here.
*Please note that most of our photography and videos are done with a 2x to 10x macro lens, so inclusions or surface details may appear visible in the images but are not noticeable to the unaided eye. While we strive to depict the actual color and clarity accurately, colors may vary slightly depending on your screen.
Read all about the gemological, mineralogical, metaphysical, and vibrational properties of this rare and mysterious gemstone in our blog post: All About Phenakite: A Mysterious and Rare Gem of Many Facets.