#bixbyite

Bixbyite

Typically black and metallic in appearance we have here a manganese iron oxide, though the proportions of each are very variable. Crystallising in the cubic system it takes on the characteristic shapes associated with it, the octahedron, the dodecahedron and most frequently the cube. The name has been confused with Bixbite which is a form of red beryl (see http://bit.ly/2AgL9ZJ), and it came from its discoverer, an American mineralogist and dealer from Utah who described it in 1897. It forms in veins and cavities during silica rich rhyolitic volcanism or high temperature metamorphism of manganese deposits, often precipitating from hot fluids but occasionally from mineralised steamy gases pervading the rocks.

Crystals are mostly small, maxing out at a centimetre or so though much material is massive, and a variety of manganese ore. Like many metal ores it is dense, some 5 times more than water, and relatively hard weighing in at 6.5 on Mohs scale, between feldspar and quartz. It is found in India, the Thomas range of Utah, Mexico, Northern Patagonia, Spain, Sweden and South Africa (in the Kalahari Manganese Field, fount of many lovely mineral specimens). Their beauty and bright metallic lustre makes this uncommon mineral very popular amongst collectors despite the absence of strong bright colours or limpid transparency, especially when contrasted on a matrix of bright white or grey rhyolitic lava. The 5.5 x 3.8 x 3.3 cm specimen in the photo is from Utah, and has attached to it a lovely bonus doubly terminated white topaz crystal (see http://bit.ly/2jQ7sB0) that reflect beautifully in the Bixbyite.

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Image credit: Rob Lavinsky/iRocks.com

Bixbyite

(Mn,Fe)2O3

Locality:

Thomas Range, Juab Co., Utah, USA

Field of View: 12 mm

Bixbyite with highlighted negative faces.

Meinrad Kempf's Photo

Bixbyite

Associations: Grounds, Energizes, Enhances Intuition

Chakras: Root, Third Eye, Crown

Astrology: Pisces

Bixbyite aesthetic moodboard!!

Bixbyite:

Appearance: Bixbyite is an imposing and unusual monster, standing at an impressive height of 8'0" tall. Its body is covered in glossy, black skin that has a gooey, almost viscous texture, giving it a sinister and otherworldly appearance. This monstrous creature possesses a muscular build, exuding raw strength and power.

Bixbyite's sharp teeth are prominently displayed, capable of tearing through almost anything. Its eyes are reptilian-like, with vertical slits that glow with an eerie, amber light, hinting at its predatory nature and heightened senses. The creature is adorned with horns that curve menacingly from its forehead, adding to its fearsome visage.

One of Bixbyite's most striking features is its long tail, covered in spikes that can be used as formidable weapons in combat. The tail is highly flexible and strong, allowing for swift and lethal strikes. Its extremely long, snake-like tongue is both fascinating and terrifying, capable of extending great distances. At the base of the tongue, embedded securely, is the square-cut bixbyite gemstone, glowing with a deep, dark luster that adds an element of mystique to the creature.

Bixbyite's ability to switch between bipedal and quadrupedal stances adds to its versatility and agility in both hunting and combat scenarios. When standing on its hind legs, it towers over its prey and adversaries, using its height and powerful limbs to its advantage. When on all fours, it moves with surprising speed and stealth, making it a relentless hunter.

Personality: Bixbyite's personality is as dark and enigmatic as its appearance. It is highly intelligent and cunning, using its wits to outsmart both prey and enemies. There is a strategic and calculated aspect to its behavior, often planning its moves carefully before striking. Bixbyite is not driven by mindless aggression but by a deep, almost primal hunger for dominance and control over its territory.

Despite its fearsome appearance, Bixbyite is not entirely devoid of a sense of loyalty. It can form strong bonds with those it deems worthy, showing a surprising degree of protectiveness and camaraderie. However, earning Bixbyite's trust is no small feat, requiring both strength and respect.

Bixbyite communicates through a combination of guttural growls, hisses, and the occasional telepathic projection, allowing it to convey complex thoughts and commands. Its mental voice is deep and resonant, filled with an aura of ancient wisdom and raw power. It often uses this ability to instill fear or assert dominance over other creatures.

Bixbyite    

Mn3+2O3

Locality:

Thomas Range, Juab Co., Utah, USA

7.92 mm group of Bixbyite crystals.

#EarlyBiz #UKHashtags #ATLondonUK New #blog by @TheWandCarver Rhyolite, Bixbyite, and Topaz Matrix

By Isabella @TheWandCarver

The only way to effectively write about this little beauty is to explain it as a whole, then break it down into each part to give you the metaphysical properties of this unusual, phenomenal crystal package, given us by Nature. So, we must talk a little science before we can get to the part where I tell you what it can do for you magickally. Bear with.

The combination of…

Here’s another of @my-justanamelessnobody‘s gemsonas, Bixbyite! His full sheet is under the cut.

Gemsona Stats sheets here.

Bixbyite on Topaz