Hypersthene Stud Earrings

Color: Typically dark brown to black, often with metallic gray or bronze sheen when viewed at certain angles.

Clarity: Opaque.

Note: Hypersthene displays a distinct metallic luster and may exhibit labradorescence, a subtle iridescent play of colors similar to that seen in labradorite.

• Calming and Grounding: Hypersthene is known for its powerful calming effect, helping to soothe anxiety and stress by instilling a sense of quiet and grounding.
• Enhancing Self-Esteem and Confidence: It is believed to foster self-respect and enhance self-esteem, making it beneficial for those facing self-doubt or insecurity.
• Decision Making and Clarity: This mineral is particularly useful for those needing clarity in decision-making, as it enhances organizational abilities and focus.

• Amethyst: For increased clarity of mind and spiritual growth, enhancing Hypersthene’s introspective qualities.
• Smoky Quartz: Provides additional grounding and protective qualities, reinforcing the stabilizing energies of Hypersthene.
• Citrine: Complements Hypersthene by promoting motivation and dispelling negative thoughts, enhancing mental clarity and personal power.

Physical Properties: Hypersthene belongs to the pyroxene group of minerals and has a hardness of 5-6 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively soft and best suited for pieces that are not exposed to rough wear.

Optical Properties: Known for its vitreous to pearly luster and pleochroic effects, displaying different colors when viewed from different angles.

Formation: Commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks and is often associated with other minerals such as garnet, diopside, and jadeite.