CHAKRAS: Root and Solar Plexus
VIBRATION: Number 3
ZODIAC: Leo
CHARACTERISTICS: Will power, manifestation, creativity,
and right action
ELEMENT: Earth and Fire
SCIENTIFIC: Pyrite crystals form under a variety of circumstances
at hydro-thermal locations near metamorphic rocks and in sedimentary rocks. Pyrite
shaped crystals may come in a variety of geometric shaped structures such as cubical
or octahedral. Pyrite is also found in a sun shaped radial crystal. Pyrite
crystal faces are often deeply striated. Also known under a popular name, “Fool’s
Gold,” Pyrite’s metallic luster color is an opaque pale brassy-yellow golden hue.
Pyrite’s hardness is rated at 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness Pyrite
is found throughout the world.
ATTRIBUTES: Pyrite offers energetic protection for and
from the environment. Pyrite filters out disharmonic vibrations cleansing the
etheric field of negativity. Through the discovery of historical artifacts,
pieces of Polished Pyrite were thought to be used as mirrors by the Indigenous
people of the Americans. Pyrite’s metallic surface provides reflection for assessing
action and intention for protection and insight. Pyrite heightens the intuitive
sense of “warning bells” when dealing with the unknown whether it be people,
places, or situations.
Pyrite helps to focus the mind. Pyrite’s vibrations attract light
frequencies that connect to our mental thoughts and balance energetic
polarities. These higher light frequencies increase the flow of light, harmony,
and love into the physical plane. The cubic shape of Pyrite allows a point of
view to a situation to be accessed and understood from different angles
increasing a person’s awareness of the overall scope of things.
Pyrite is an energizing crystal manifesting tool giving one
a boost in vitality and perseverance for achieving goals and completing challenging
tasks. Enhancing will power, Pyrite may be helpful in overcoming unhealthy
habits to establish well-being and a balanced lifestyle. Pyrite is a wonderful crystal
tool for stimulating creative ideas and provides energetic confidence and persistence
to complete projects.
HEALING: Pyrite may be used in the treatment of both
the structure of the bones and the composition of the cells. Pyrite may be
helpful for increased oxygenation of blood. Pyrite may also be used in the
treatment and repair of cells, as well as in the prevention of RNA/DNA damage.
Pyrite has been used to lessen fevers and reduce inflammation.
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE
Place a piece of Pyrite in your workspace or home. Pyrite is
a good Feng Shui stone for energetic protection in your environment
increasing harmony and the flow of energy.
Pyrite may be a helpful crystal tool for calming anxiety and
providing focus.
In crystal body layouts or healing grids, place Pyrite on the third eye chakra for mental clarity, visualization and guidance. Pyrite is a wonderful crystal for balancing the polarities.
For Gaia Healing,
Pyrite may be placed in an area of disturbed Earth energy. Pyrite is a useful
stone for crystal healing grids, as it clears pollutants and calms the
environment creating peace and protection. Pyrite encourages one to connect
their energies with the grounding and balancing energies of the Earth.
The energy of Pyrite combines well with other stones such
as Zincite, Carnelian, Prehnite, Hematite, and Citrine.
