Elbaite: Metaphysical & Geological Properties, Images

Elbaite Specimen picture — Image Credit: Ivar Leidus - Own work Creative Commons

About Elbaite

The lithium-rich species of Tourmaline, known for its wide range of vibrant colors including pink (Rubellite), blue (Indicolite), and green (Verdelite). It's a stone of inspiration, compassion, and energetic balance.

Primary Hues

Colorless (Achroite), Pink/Red (Rubellite), Blue (Indicolite), Green (Verdelite), Multi-colored (Watermelon, Paraiba)

Metaphysical Properties

A stone of balance and inspiration. Believed to enhance creativity, promote compassion, and protect against negativity. Color varieties have specific properties.

Affirmation

I am balanced, creative, and inspired.

Chakra Connection

Astrological Alignment

Leo
Scorpio
Libra
Gemini

Planetary Influence

Sun
Venus
Mars

Elemental Energy

Vibrational Number

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Geological & Scientific Details

Elbaite is classified as a cyclosilicate mineral which typically crystallizes in the trigonal system. Its chemical formula is Na(Li1.5Al1.5)Al6Si6O18(BO3)3(OH)4. Common crystal habits include prismatic; striated.

Key Geological Properties:

Mineral Category: Cyclosilicate
Chemical Formula: Na(Li1.5Al1.5)Al6Si6O18(BO3)3(OH)4
IMA Symbol: Elb[1]
Crystal System: Trigonal
Predominant Geological Color: Green, red to pink, blue, orange, yellow, colorless, multicolored
Crystal Habit: Prismatic; striated
Cleavage: Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
Luster: Vitreous
Streak: White
Diaphaneity: Transparent to opaque

Associated Minerals

Tourmaline
Schorl
Dravite
Uvite
Liddicoatite
Lepidolite
Quartz
Albite
Spodumene
Beryl

ELBAITE

(Varieties include Rubellite, Indicolite, Verdelite, Watermelon Tourmaline, Paraiba Tourmaline)