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"If you need guidance from above, purple fluorite reportedly helps you receive advice from higher beings."

Symbolism and healing properties of purple fluorite:

Purple fluorite is associated with spiritual protection, strengthening intuition and increasing the ability to receive information. As its name suggests, its colour is purple, in various shades ranging from pastel to dark. It is traditionally linked to Brigid, the Celtic goddess of creativity and clairvoyance. This gemstone symbolises purification. It reportedly has very strong protective properties against negativity. It is said to create a strong shield around its wearer. According to astrology, it helps remove negativity from one's surroundings.

People also seek it out for its positive effects on emotions and for supporting harmony in relationships. It is also said to help calm and balance emotional swings. This stone is also believed to support calm communication and the ability to express compassion and love. Today it is also used in alternative medicine, where it reportedly supports calm and allows for better relaxation, especially during meditation. It is often considered a stone of wisdom, said to allow one to gain information from sources beyond the physical world.

Types of fluorite:

There are three types of fluorite. They differ not only in colour but also in their characteristic properties and different reported effects. These include:


Matte purple fluorite is associated with the diversity and variety of life. It is said to symbolise a connection with different aspects of personality and the ability to embrace new experiences. According to astrology, it awakens spiritual awareness and intuition, while also representing wisdom and spiritual strength. People also seek it out for its supportive effects during transformation. Its effects are also said to be linked to the purification of mind, body and spirit. It is believed to help overcome difficulties and let go of old patterns of behaviour. It is also often associated with creativity and emotional balance.

Matte purple fluorite is suitable for these zodiac signs:

Libra (23 September to 23 October), Pisces (21 February to 20 March) and Capricorn (22 December to 20 January)


Chakras associated with matte purple fluorite:

7th chakra – crown chakra Sahasrara: reportedly influences spiritual growth and awareness



Rainbow fluorite is associated with calm, balance and protection. According to astrology, it relates to mental abilities, concentration, learning and decision-making. That is why many people use it to support meditation. It is also sought after for its supportive influence on intuition. Fluorite is said to develop the perception of subtle energies, the ability to read between the lines and understand hidden meanings. Its effects are also said to extend to protection against electromagnetic radiation. It is often associated with free thinking and innovative thinking.

Thanks to its universal properties, rainbow fluorite is suitable for all zodiac signs and especially for individuals who need help with concentration.


Chakras associated with rainbow fluorite:

4th chakra – heart chakra Anahata: influences the heart, associated with compassion and love
5th chakra – throat chakra Vishuddha: influences communication and self-expression
6th chakra – Third Eye Ajna: influences intuition, spiritual vision and clairvoyance
7th chakra – crown chakra Sahasrara: influences spiritual growth and awareness

Purple fluorite is suitable for these zodiac signs:

Pisces (21 February to 20 March), Sagittarius (23 November to 21 December) and Aquarius (21 January to 20 February)

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Localities, forms of fluorite and history:

Purple fluorite can be found mainly in China, Mexico and South Africa. However, the USA and Canada are no exception either.

In nature, purple fluorite occurs in the form of cubic crystals of various sizes. It can also be found in the form of crystalline aggregates, where individual crystals cluster into larger shapes and patterns. Druses are no exception either. The reported effects of natural purple fluorite are said to be very strong, which is why it is used across various fields. On the Mohs hardness scale, it corresponds to 4.

Purple fluorite was already a very popular stone in ancient Egypt and Greece. In Egypt it was used as an amulet against evil forces. The Greeks, meanwhile, believed that fluorite had positive effects on knowledge. In the 16th century it became a favourite in England for its quality and beautiful colour. Three centuries later, in the same place, it became popular in metallurgy and metal mining for its high calcium content, which helped remove impurities.

Did you know that?

fluorite is a naturally occurring mineral that strengthens tooth enamel and reduces the risk of tooth decay? It is said to form a more resistant and stronger layer that protects teeth from damage caused by decay and acids. Based on these facts, it is used in toothpastes and mouthwashes.

What is purple fluorite used for and what can you make from it?

Purple fluorite is very popular, especially in jewellery making, and is used to make bracelets, necklaces, rings, earrings and other pieces of jewellery. It looks very beautiful in combination with other precious stones such as diamonds, amethysts, topazes or rock crystal, creating striking and contrasting pieces of jewellery that are very eye-catching. Purple fluorite is also used for buttons, pendants and figurines. It is also appreciated by collectors and people involved in alternative medicine.

Chakras associated with purple fluorite:

6th chakra – Third Eye Ajna: influences intuition, spiritual vision and clairvoyance
7th chakra – crown chakra Sahasrara: influences spiritual growth and awareness

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