Crystal system: Monoclinic.
Cell salt: Basic copper carbonate/copper ore.
Colour: Azure blue to dark blue; glossy and low- lustered.
Energy: Magnetic.
Element: Water.
Planet/sign: Moon; Venus.
Uses: Azurite crystals calm the emotional/auric energy field surrounding the body-earth. Wear Azurite on the person to produce sensations of empathy, compassion and love. It also aids meditation.
Deep azure blue specimens are favoured for developing psychic abilities through the pituitary centre or the third eye. Combined with Malachite crystal, Azurite may be used to soothe extreme anxiety affecting the back portion of the brain. It is thus an excellent alternative treatment for conditions such as anxiety attacks, panic disorder, anorexia and bulimia.