{"product_id":"gorgeous-larimar-in-oxidized-copper-wire-copy","title":"Gorgeous Larimar in Antiqued Copper Wire","description":"\u003cp\u003eLarimar is a rare and beautiful blue variety of the mineral pectolite, found only in the Dominican Republic, specifically in the Barahona region. It is known for its stunning ocean-like hues, which range from light sky blue to deep volcanic blue, often with white marbling that resembles sunlight reflecting on water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Characteristics of Larimar:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Shades of blue ranging from pale sky blue to deep turquoise or greenish blue. The most valuable larimar tends to be a vivid, intense blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppearance: Typically translucent to opaque with white streaks or swirls. The patterns often resemble waves or cloudy skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 4.5 to 5 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively soft and more prone to scratches or damage than harder gemstones like quartz or sapphire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposition: Larimar is a sodium calcium silicate hydroxide mineral (a variety of pectolite).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: It forms in volcanic cavities where hot gases cause mineral-rich solutions to crystallize into larimar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRarity: Larimar is considered a semi-precious stone and is unique to a specific area in the Caribbean, which adds to its appeal and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSymbolism \u0026amp; Metaphysical Properties (in crystal healing):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften associated with the throat chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelieved to promote calm, communication, and emotional healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes called the \"Stone of Atlantis\", based on a legend that ties the stone to the mythical lost city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WiredEarth Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52022389178658,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0855\/4640\/2082\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d619918d-1fb0-4ca7-a5c9-a9d02c389286.jpg?v=1783649636","url":"https:\/\/wiredearthtreasures.com\/products\/gorgeous-larimar-in-oxidized-copper-wire-copy","provider":"WiredEarth Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}