Gemstones - Prehnite

Prehnite is a rare pale yellowish to light green gemstone that forms as a result of hydrothermal actions within volcanoes and was named after the Dutch Colonel Hendrik Von Prehn who discovered the stone in the 18th century.

Prehnite occurs most commonly in veins and cavities in igneous rocks with zeolites. Prehnite is never clean enough to produce bright faceted gemstones but beautiful cabochons can be cut from the right material.

Prehnite is a stone of unconditional love and it is said to connect to the archangel Raphael. Prehnite enhances inner knowledge, showing the path forward to spiritual growth through atonement to divine energy.

Prehnite ranges from translucent to transparent while the main body color ranges from pale green to dark green, with yellow, white and clear forms occurring in some locations. Prehnite is a stone, sometimes even resembling jade, but prehnite often displays a unique and beautiful glow or sheen.

Prehnite ranks a 6 to 6.5 on Mohs' hardness scale.

The main occurrences are located in Africa (Namibia, South Africa), Europe (Germany, Scotland, France), USA (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia), Australia (Western Australia, Northern Territory).

Great uses in jewelry:
Prehnite rings, Prehnite bracelet, Prehnite necklace, Prehnite pendant, Prehnite earrings. Prehnite beads and loose Prehnite gemstones are also very attractive.