Crystal Encyclopedia
Smithsonite
SMITH-suh-nite
Zinc Spar
Hardness
4–4.5
System
Trigonal
Family
Carbonate
Formula
ZnCO3
Rarity
Uncommon
Planet
Venus
Chakra
Heart
Element
Water
Water
Safe
Sun
Moderate
Toxicity
Do not ingest
Did You Know?
Named after James Smithson.
Quick Learn
What is Smithsonite used for?
Smithsonite is commonly used for emotional healing, calm, self-worth.
Can Smithsonite go in water?
Smithsonite is rated: Safe.
What chakra is Smithsonite?
Smithsonite resonates with the Heart chakra.
Scientific Data
Formula
ZnCO3
Crystal System
Trigonal
Mineral Family
Carbonate
Composition
Zinc carbonate
Origin Regions
Mexico, Greece
Formation
Secondary zinc carbonate
Colors
Blue, green, pink
Mohs Hardness
4–4.5
Metaphysical Properties
"I soothe emotional stress."
Geological Profile
A zinc carbonate mineral often found in botryoidal form
Care & Cleansing
Care Instructions
Avoid water immersion
Cleansing Methods
Sound, moonlight
Historical Use
Named after James Smithson.
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