{"product_id":"iridescent-aura-kyanite-pieces","title":"Iridescent Aura Kyanite pieces","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIridescent Aura Kyanite Pieces\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese captivating Aura Kyanite pieces combine the natural bladed elegance of Kyanite with a dazzling iridescent finish, created through a process of bonding precious metal vapour onto the crystal surface. The result is a stunning rainbow sheen — shifting between electric blues, golds, and violets — that elevates an already striking mineral into something truly extraordinary. Perfect for display, energy work, or as a statement piece in any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhysical Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKyanite (Aura-treated)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Chemical Formula: Al₂SiO₅ | Hardness: 4.5–5 (along the blade) \/ 6–7 (across the blade) (Mohs) | Crystal System: Triclinic | Lustre: Vitreous to pearly, with metallic iridescent surface coating | Transparency: Translucent to opaque | Colour: Natural blue-grey Kyanite enhanced with iridescent rainbow metallic coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeology \u0026amp; Formation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKyanite is an aluminium silicate mineral that forms under high-pressure metamorphic conditions, typically within schists and gneisses. Its distinctive bladed crystal habit and pronounced directional hardness — one of the few minerals with significantly different hardness on different axes — make it immediately recognisable. The Aura treatment involves bonding vaporised precious metals (such as titanium or platinum) to the surface of natural Kyanite blades in a vacuum chamber at high temperature, creating the permanent iridescent effect without altering the underlying mineral structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCrystal Properties\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKyanite\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the few minerals believed not to retain negative energy, making it a popular choice for energy work without cleansing. Associated with alignment, communication, and cutting through confusion. The Aura enhancement is said to amplify these qualities, adding higher-vibrational energy and connection to the upper chakras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Aura-treated natural Kyanite blades \/ pieces\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs a natural product with a surface treatment, each piece is unique. Iridescent colour, blade size, and exact form will vary from piece to piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54672573628749,"sku":"NUSTO","price":2.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/0120\/7117\/files\/Aura_Kyanite_Raw_Specimen_1_NUSTO.jpg?v=1788701962","url":"https:\/\/www.rockandfossilshop.co.uk\/products\/iridescent-aura-kyanite-pieces","provider":"The Rock \u0026 Fossil Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}