{"product_id":"brazilian-phenakite-gemstone-1-04-ct-oval-vvs-clarity","title":"Brazilian Phenakite Gemstone | 1.04 ct Oval | VVS Clarity","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1.04 carat oval phenakite gemstone from Brazil measures 7.4 x 5.7 x 3.7mm and has VVS clarity (very, very slightly included), meaning any inclusions inside the stone are invisible to the naked eye and only show up under magnification. It grades 'Best' on my phenakite clarity scale (described below) and is completely untreated. The oval is an excellent mine cut with nice proportions, faceted near the source rather than calibrated to standard jewelry dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also shows virtually no bowtie. A bowtie is a darker, bow tie shaped area that can appear across the center of an oval when some light leaks out through the bottom of the stone, and it's a common characteristic of oval cut gemstones. Faceted phenakite over 1 carat is uncommon from any source. From Brazil, where most phenakite comes out milky and grades 'Good,' a VVS stone over 1 carat is very rare, which makes this oval a great addition to a rare, high vibrational gemstone collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT THIS STONE IS USED FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oval is large enough to stand on its own as a solitaire ring or pendant. For optimum energy conduction, phenakite is best set in platinum, though gold and silver are also beautiful and suitable options. Worn close to the body, this gemstone delivers phenakite's vibrational profile continuously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne advantage of a faceted gemstone over a rough crystal is the culet, the pointed tip at the base of the stone, which acts as a focused energy director, much like the tip of a Vogel Crystal. By pointing the culet directly at the body, you can concentrate and deliver phenakite's vibrational frequencies into a specific point instead of letting them radiate outward in all directions. Hold the oval with the culet pointed toward a chakra or meridian point, place it on your third eye while you're lying down in meditation, hold it during meditation, use it in stone medicine elixirs, or set it in a stone grid or on your altar. For elixirs, use the indirect method, where the phenakite stays in its own sealed glass vessel set inside the water, so the stone never touches the water you drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIBRATIONAL PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phenakite is one of only a handful of stones confirmed to embody the white frequency, and the metaphysical record describes it as emitting divine white light. The white frequency serves as the universal donor, containing the qualities of all other color frequencies in a gentle, safe form suitable for nearly any condition. Energetically, white illuminates and clears the energy body, restoring resonance with divine light. It can be charged with any specific energy quality and then broadcast that quality outward. This is why clear quartz, which resonates strongly with the white band, is considered the foundation stone of crystal energy and healing practices. In Christian esotericism, the Holy Spirit appears as white light, and Steiner described white light as increasing in luminosity at higher spiritual levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal Centering Vibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e All phenakite, regardless of its origin or clarity grade, embodies the universal centering vibration. This is the non-polarized, equilibrating frequency found at every sacred power spot on Earth, such as Stonehenge, Machu Picchu, Mount Shasta, and the Egyptian Pyramids. The universal centering vibration returns whatever it connects with to its own center of perfect balance, functioning the way adaptogenic herbs do in plant medicine. This places phenakite in an exceptionally rare category of crystal adaptogens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMINERAL TYPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phenakite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCUT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval (mine cut, not calibrated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePHENOMENON:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCOLOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear and brilliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCLARITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e VVS (very, very slightly included), Best grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTRANSPARENCY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.04 ct. \/ 0.208 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.4 x 5.7 x 3.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTREATMENT:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHARDNESS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5-8 (Mohs scale)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eREFRACTIVE INDEX (RI):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.654-1.670\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBIREFRINGENCE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.96-3.00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCRYSTAL SYSTEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hexagonal (trigonal subclass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCHEMICAL COMPOSITION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be₂SiO₄\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHENAKITE CLARITY GRADES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGOOD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milky to cloudy translucence with inclusions and minor discoloration from trace minerals. Full phenakite vibrational profile with a gentler delivery. Typical of Brazilian and Russian material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBETTER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly cloudy to somewhat clear with minor inclusions or light etchings. Solid output for most healing and meditation work. Typical of some Ukrainian and Brazilian material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEST:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultra-high transparency (crystal clear, 90-95%+), little to no inclusions. Maximum vibrational potency. Typical of Nigerian, Burmese, and select Ukrainian and Brazilian phenakite. \u003cem\u003eThis listing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA NOTE ON FAKES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear quartz is frequently misrepresented as phenakite in the marketplace. If you encounter a stone at an unusually low price, or with characteristics that seem inconsistent with known phenakite, it's likely quartz. Each stone in this collection has been personally sourced and put through both gemological analysis and vibrational testing to ensure authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ HAND-SELECTED AND VIBRATIONALLY TESTED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis phenakite has been personally sourced and tested by Ashley Sohl, Ph.D. candidate, GIA-trained gemologist, and originator of archetypal stonework. Each stone at Sanctuary of Stones is selected to meet strict gemological and vibrational criteria. You receive a natural, untreated stone that has undergone thorough evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ LEARN ABOUT STONES IN COMMUNITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore archetypal stonework techniques, lithonoetic philosophy and science, and my original research on the science and metaphysics of stones within the upcoming \u003cem\u003ePsyche \u0026amp; Stone\u003c\/em\u003e community \u003cem\u003e(launching soon)\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ READ MORE ABOUT PHENAKITE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a comprehensive exploration of the gemological, mineralogical, metaphysical, and vibrational properties of phenakite, I invite you to read the in-depth articles available on our blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctuaryofstones.com\/blogs\/sanctuary-blog\/all-about-phenakite-a-mysterious-and-rare-gem-of-many-facets\" title=\"All About Phenakite blog post\"\u003eAll About Phenakite: A Mysterious and Rare Gem of Many Facets\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sanctuaryofstones.com\/blogs\/sanctuary-blog\/phenakite-crystal-power-the-science-and-metaphysics-of-one-of-earths-most-powerful-high-vibration-stones\" title=\"Phenakite Crystal Power blog post\"\u003ePhenakite Crystal Power: The Science and Metaphysics of One of Earth's Most Powerful High-Vibration Stones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that most photography is taken with a 2x-10x macro lens. Surface details may appear more prominent in images than to the unaided eye. Colors may vary slightly depending on your screen. You will receive the exact gemstone pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctuary of Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67582593630484,"sku":"brazil-phenakite-gemstone-1.04ct","price":449.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/4484\/8404\/files\/Brazilian-phenakite-oval-gem-1.04ct-photo6.jpg?v=1790518627","url":"https:\/\/sanctuaryofstones.com\/en-ca\/products\/brazilian-phenakite-gemstone-1-04-ct-oval-vvs-clarity","provider":"Sanctuary of  Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}