Nuumite by Rev. Carol A. Ingle (Raven)

[Dept of PMM Artists & things]

Nuumite

Nuumite, aka nuumit and nuummite comes only from Greenland and is one of the oldest rocks of the earth!

Nuummite is a gemstone formed from a mixture of two minerals from the orthoamphibole group: anthophyllite and gedrite. The name nuummite is derived from the Municipality of Nuuk, where the stone was discovered in 1982. It has since been found in several localities in the outer part of the Godthabsfjord near Nuuk. Geologically speaking, nuummite is of volcanic origin and was formed about 3 billion years ago. Subsequent influences on the rock (metamorphism) have given rise to the striking mixture of crystals which gives it it's iridescent, sparkly, unique appearance.

Nuumite is found in an area slightly north of Nuuk, Greenland - accessible only by boat. The area where Nuumite occurs is in the so-called 'Isuakasia' iron ore region, the origin of which dates back almost four billion years. Nuumite has been used rather widely for untold centuries as beads and ornamental stones. The locality is high in the mountains and requires lugging heavy mining equipment up to retrieve the best specimens. These areas produce some of the oldest stones found on earth, and Nuumite falls in this category. Geologically speaking, nuumite is of volcanic origin and was formed about 3 billion years ago. Subsequent influences on the rock (metamorphism) have given rise to the striking mixture of crystals which gives Nuumite its unique appearance. Rocks resembling nuumite are also found in a few minor occurrences in the USA, but it is only in the Greenland type that colouration is developed well enough for the stone to be suitable for gemstones.

At first glance, Nuumite appears similar to labradorite but upon closer examination the beauty of nuumite and its schiller effect is astonishing. Labradorite usually shows broad splotches of "flash" while the smaller mixture of elongated crystals in nuumite (often in sheaf-like groups) create a striking gemstone. In the transition between the individual crystals (and especially the thin ones), an optical effect is created causing a special "inner" golden brown glow. This effect is also called iridescence, and is especially distinct on polished surfaces. The result is that the crystals appear as bright lamellae, almost like flames in a fire. The colours vary somewhat between reddish, greenish, and bluish hues, sometimes even within the same lamella. Between the bright lamellae, the colour is dark brown to black.

Nuumite is a very protective stone. It can protect one from negative energy of many, many kinds by wearing or carrying the stone, and is often sought for this shielding property. It is also helpful for removing energy blockages, and to clear the aura. Nuumite is also good for synthesizing psychic and intuitive wisdom with intellectual thought. Physically nuumite is used in general healing, infections, purifying blood, kidneys, insulin production regulation, eyesight, and CNS (central nervous system) disorders. Nuumite opens and clears the heart chakra, and will also activate and integrate all the chakras.

Nuumite is a powerful stone that facilitates communication with ancient wisdom and Akashic records. It shows all sides of the character and experiences some of which are 'forgotten' and may be painful to re-visit initially. However, Nuumite allows experiences to be put in perspective, bringing a profound and intense sense of the individual's place in the Universe. It is beneficial physically to systems and organs that are 'sluggish'. Only work with Nuumite if you truly wish to develop your understanding of Self.

Source:

www.thatcrystalsite.com
www.crystalsandjewelry.com
www.balancecrystalsonline.com