Spinel:

Spinel is known for being an imposter because originally, spinel was often mistaken for rubies… Color ranges from reds and pinks – sometimes coming in a violet or blue hue. It can also be found in shades of black and yellow… Hardness is 8. Be careful when buying spinel, as it is typically imitated in laboratories. Be sure to buy natural occurring spinel!

Spinel is considered a clearing stone, as it helps to clear one’s mind – enabling one to think clearly and in turn, focus better. In this way, spinel is also considered a creative stone, because it helps to facilitate creative thinking. Spinel is also known for helping to clear up matters – regardless of the matter.

Healing wise, spinel is a very high energy stone – and is typically used to energize the body, enabling the body to heal energy blockages… It works by providing the body with energy while also working to open blockages – and remove stagnant, negative energy. What is left is open positive energy flow. By opening the energy flow, spinel works to speed the healing process of just about and dis-ease because healing requires a lot of energy.

Element: Fire
Power: Energy
Planet: Pluto
Zodiac: Sagittarius, Scorpio
Chakra: 1st (Root)