Gypsum

Energetically: Gypsum carries a soft, purifying energy associated with clarity and gentle elevation. Its delicate appearance reflects its subtle ability to support calm reflection and peaceful environments. Often linked with mental clarity and spiritual attunement, Gypsum encourages simplicity, lightness, and a clear energetic atmosphere. It invites stillness and mindful awareness, creating space for insight and quiet inspiration.

Mythology & Historical Lore: Gypsum has been used since ancient Egyptian times in construction and decorative arts, including the pyramids and carved reliefs. Though not prominent in mythology, it has long symbolised clarity and purification due to its soft, luminous appearance. In its fibrous form (often called satin spar), it has been associated in modern lore with cleansing and light.

Birthstone: Gypsum is not a traditional modern birthstone.

Major Sources: Mexico, Spain, United States, Morocco, China, Australia.

Treatment Disclosure: Gypsum is generally untreated; polished satin spar varieties are commonly shaped for decorative use.

Gemmology & Geological Profile: Gypsum is a hydrated calcium sulfate mineral that forms in evaporite deposits where seawater has receded. It occurs in several forms, including massive alabaster, crystalline selenite, and fibrous satin spar.