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Hollandite: The stone of Inner vision and grounded wisdom
on Nov 14 2025
Hollandite
Pronunciation: hol-uhn-diteChakras: Crown, Third EyeZodiac: Aquarius, CapricornElement: Air, EarthPlanet: Uranus, SaturnAffirmation: ‘I open my mind to higher understanding and anchor wisdom into reality’Keywords: Insight, Wisdom, Protection, Stability, Awareness
Mineral Group: Oxides
Mineral Category: Manganese Oxide MineralMohs Scale Hardness: 4.5–6Colours: Steel grey, BlackCrystal System: TetragonalCleavage: Perfect on {001}Fracture: Uneven to subconchoidalTenacity: BrittleRefractive Index: 2.72–2.90Specific Gravity: 4.8–5.0Birefringence: None (opaque)Pleochroism: None (opaque)Formula: Ba(Mn⁴⁺₆Mn³⁺₂)O₁₆Other Characteristics: Often forms as inclusions within Quartz, enhancing its metaphysical propertiesSafe to water cleanse? No (unless fully in Quartz)
The stone of Inner vision and grounded wisdom
Hollandite is a fascinating and rare manganese oxide mineral, often recognised for its deep steel-grey to black colouring and striking star-like crystal inclusions found within Quartz. Named after the Dutch chemist Thomas Henry Holland, it was first discovered in India and has since captured attention for both its geological and energetic significance. This mineral forms naturally within metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, developing through the oxidation of manganese-rich materials under specific environmental conditions.
Hollandite resonates strongly with the Crown and Third Eye Chakras, helping to awaken higher consciousness while maintaining grounding and clarity. It bridges the gap between intuition and intellect, making it an ideal companion for those engaged in deep meditation, spiritual work, or creative problem-solving. Known as the Stone of Inner Vision, Hollandite helps you perceive truth from illusion and strengthens psychic awareness while shielding against energetic interference.
When included within Quartz, it amplifies both stones’ properties, the clarity and focus of Quartz combined with the protective and insightful energy of Hollandite create a potent vibration for transformation and enlightenment.
Pair Hollandite with Lepidolite for enhanced mental clarity and emotional balance, or with Black Tourmaline to reinforce grounding and energetic protection during deep spiritual exploration. Whether used in meditation, carried as a talisman, or displayed in your space, Hollandite encourages wisdom, balance, and the courage to see beyond the surface into the deeper truths of existence.
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