Pendants with an Earthy Feel: Sagacia’s Statement Psilomelane Dendrite Pendants
Have you ever heard of the gemstone “Leaf Jasper” or “Merlinite”? Well, it is another name for the Psilomelane Dendrite gemstone. The leaf jasper or Psilomelane Dendrite is a semi-precious gemstone that is made up of oxides of manganese metal. This gemstone is greatly prized because it showcases beautiful intricate dendritic patterns, and like agates, no two Psilomelane Dendrite specimens can have the same patterns (by patterns, we mean the dendritic motifs). This is why it does not matter which Psilomelane Dendrite pendant you buy, it will always be unique and one of a kind. The reason why these Psilomelane Dendrite gemstones look extremely captivating is because the patterns are inspired by nature. And these patterns that look like branches of a plant or tree possess a great earthy appeal as well. Want to hear the full story behind the formation of these beautiful earthy gemstones? Let us jump straight in…
The Story Behind Formation of Psilomelane Dendrite
As an oxide of manganese, Psilomelane Dendrite shows intricate dendritic motifs, which are found mainly on sedimentary rocks such as limestone. These patterns are formed due to the presence of limonite, which is an oxide of iron. When the precipitation of iron-rich minerals happens on sedimentary rocks through groundwater, these patterns are formed. Other than oxides of iron, oxides of copper too, can be the reason behind the formation of dendritic patterns. In most Psilomelane Dendrite specimens, you will either find tree-like pattern formation or moss-like pattern formation. The word “dendrite” itself means a tree – “dendrite” has its origins in the Greek word “dendron” which can be roughly translated to “tree” in English.
And as far as the story behind the formation of Psilomelane Dendrite goes, here it is… The dendritic patterns form on the sedimentary rock when minerals branch in an outward direction, from a single source (or point of origin) to different directions. It has been found that a single branch (which appears like a tree) extends itself till it reaches a new point of origin, which becomes the next source for growing further new branches. But this growth of dendrites is possible only in certain environments. Generally, in environments where the temperature shifts rapidly, or in environments where there are greater levels of supersaturation, there is the possibility of rapid growth of dendritic patterns.
In some cases, there is the possibility of these tree-like patterns being formed because of the rapid movement of fluids (that are rich in minerals) through the cracks and fissures present in the host rock. As the mineral-rich fluids cool down and evaporate, the mineral (present in the fluids) precipitates on the host rock to form dendrite-like structures. Mineralogically, these stones range between five and six on Moh’s scale of mineral hardness, which is why they are quite sturdy and durable when used in making different gemstone jewelry.
Most of the mines of Psilomelane Dendrite are located in Mexico and the United Kingdom. In Mexico, this gemstone is mined in the Crown of Silver Mine which is situated in Chihuahua. In the United Kingdom, Psilomelane Dendrite is pulled from various mines located in Cornwall. Apart from Mexico and the United Kingdom, small deposits of Psilomelane Dendrite are also found in Germany.
Healing Properties of Psilomelane Dendrite
Psilomelane Dendrite is great for physical healing. For instance, this gemstone treats many lung conditions, such as asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, and sleep apnea. This gemstone clears out the walls of the lungs and increases overall oxygen in the lungs. Psilomelane Dendrite works wonders even in treating skin inflammation. Apart from this, wearing Psilomelane Dendrite pendants can help you if you are suffering from diabetes – it increases the release of insulin from the pancreas, thus allowing easy conversion of sugar and carbohydrates into glucose. Last but not least, this gemstone helps the body fight bacterial infections and viruses – if you face cough and cold, flu, or viral infections every once in a while, then Psilomelane Dendrite can be a great aid for you.
The healing properties of this stone also help you enjoy better, healthier relationships. Wearing Psilomelane Dendrite will make you more loving towards your partner because this stone is filled with vibrations of kindness and compassion. It also makes you more tolerant and flexible towards your partner by enabling you to grow your sensitivity and be more open to change. Last but not least, wearing a Psilomelane Dendrite pendant close to your heart cleans your auric field, thus enabling you to attract relationships that are more positive and loving, where people genuinely care about you.
Purchase Statement Psilomelane Dendrite Pendants Crafted in Pure 925 Sterling Silver
Now that you have checked out the whole story behind the formation of Psilomelane Dendrite, and the healing properties of this beautiful semi-precious gemstone, it is time that we ask you whether you would like to purchase statement pendants of this gemstone. If you wish to purchase Psilomelane Dendrite pendants that look bold, or in other words, have an oversized appearance, then you can purchase them from Sagacia Jewelry. Other than Psilomelane Dendrite jewelry, you can also purchase sterling silver gemstone jewelry made in pure 925 sterling silver at Sagacia. Sagacia has a huge range of gemstone jewelry, some of the gemstones being amethyst, moss agate, Swiss blue topaz, and Citrine.