The name Kyanite descends from the Greek words ‘Kuanos’ and ‘Kyanos’, which means ‘deep blue’. However, this unique gemstone went through various other names, including Disthene, meaning ‘two strengths’, as well as ‘Rhaeticide’ and ‘Cyanite’.
Kyanite forms as a result of high pressure changes to clay-rich sedimentary rock. This gemstone is often found within these rocks as bladed crystals, or in rare instances, radiating masses of crystals. Kyanite is scattered across the globe, most commonly found in Myanmar, Cambodia, Kenya, Brazil, Switzerland, Russia, and in several states within the United States. However, the highest quality Kaynite gemstones, in transparency and hue, are often considered to be those from Nepal and Tibet.
Deep Blue is the most commonly sought Kyanite hue by gemstone collectors, in order to create high quality jewelry. There are other Kyanite color variations, with hues ranging from light to deep blue, as well as grey, black, and more rarely green. With each color variation comes a shift in healing properties and benefits.
Besides it’s use in jewelry, the most common use for Kyanite in today’s world is in various forms of porcelain, including sinks, and bathroom fixtures. For those who prefer to use Kyanite for its healing powers, Kyanite is known to be a peaceful, soothing stone. Kyanite is believed to help with balance, self-expression, and meditation. Green Kyanite invigorates the Heart Chakra. Wearing Blue Kyanite jewelry opens your body's center for better communication, by strengthening the Throat Chakra.
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