CERUSSITE

Overview: The name Cerussite is derived from the Latin "Cerussa" which means "White Lead" in referring to its color. Cerussite belongs to the Aragonite Group of minerals. It is famous for its great sparkle, great density and amazing twinned crystals.

It has a very high luster due mostly to the lead content. It is an important and widely distributed supergene lead ore formed by the action of carbonated waters on galena in the upper zone of lead veins.

Usage: Cerussite ids healing in the areas of insomnia and strengthens inner organs.Translate higher concepts to everyday language. Said to be a wonderful, grounding stone and allows one to easily adapt to situations and change as required. Healing stone for bronchial problems. Inspires contentment and a feeling of thankfulness

Legend: Although the natural mineral cerussite has rarely been noted in paintings, its synthetic counterpart, lead white, is considered to be the most important white pigment in paintings since the time of ancient Greece.

Occurrence: Cerussite can be found in Tsumeb, Mapimi, Vera Cruz, Schneeberg, Broken Hill Australia, Brazil, Rhodesia, Spokane, Poona, Sardinia, Burra, Biggenden, Hillgrove, Australia.