mineral
Sodalite
Sodalite (Na4Al3(SiO4)3Cl)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, royal blue color often mottled with white calcite veins, vitreous to greasy luster, and isometric crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, royal blue color often mottled with white calcite veins, vitreous to greasy luster, and isometric crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Forms in sodium-rich igneous rocks like nepheline syenites and pegmatites from cooling magmas.
Uses & applications
Used primarily as an ornamental gemstone, for carving decorative objects, and in crystal healing collections.
Geological facts
Sodalite fluoresces an orange-pink color under ultraviolet light due to the presence of sulfur.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its rich blue color and white veins, commonly sourced from Canada, Brazil, and Namibia.
