What is Unakite?
Unakite stone, sometimes called Unakite Jasper, is a natural metasomatic rock. Mostly comprised of Epidote, Pink Orthoclase Feldspar, and Quartz, Unaite is usually formed by the alteration of granitic rocks. The green portion of Unakite is Epidote while the pink or orange is Orthoclase Feldspar. Since Unakite is marked by the intergrowth of these two stones, its colors can range from light to deep, and the amount of Pink Orthoclase Feldspar versus green Epidote varies from piece to piece. Although it is sometimes referred to as Unakite Jasper, Unakite is not a Jasper at all, and falls into a category we refer to as Honorary Jaspers: gemstones that often get the Jasper name applied even though they do not fit the mineralogical requirements to be a proper Jasper.
Unakite Meaning and Metaphysical Properties
What does Unakite do? Unakite is a gemstone for all the best things in life, and has long been associated with love, happiness, abundance, blessings, and emotional healing. In meditation, Unakite is used to spark introspection and self understanding, allowing us to seek closure for repressed feelings, emotional wounds, and soul traumas that we carry. The meaning of Unakite is overcoming troubles and finding ourselves surrounded by joy on the other side, so it's no surprise that Unakite is used as a support stone by those who want to build a more optimistic mindset and let go of persistent negativity. Work with Unakite when you want to be reminded of all the good things that life has in store for you. You will quickly find that Unakite is an inspiring and uplifting gemstone that encourages us to open our hearts and look on the bright side!
How to Pronounce Unakite
Unakite is traditionally pronounced yuu-na-kite, although in some regions it is pronounced ooh-na-kite. The name of the stone is derived from the location where it was first discovered: the Unaka Mountain Range in North Carolina, USA. It has since been found in many places around the world!
What Chakra is Unakite
Unakite is an unabashed Heart Chakra stone, opening us to positive emotions and considerate expressions of affection. Unakite is a gemstone of mindfulness and gratitude, encouraging us to see the beauty and blessings in the world around us so that they can flock to us with even greater abundance.