Burmese Phenakite Crystal 35 | 0.735 ct | Glass Clear Drill Bit

This 0.735 carat (0.147 gram) natural phenakite crystal from Burma (Myanmar) runs a full 9.2mm long, a glass clear drill-bit formation with a natural termination. It measures 9.2 x 2.9 x 2.6mm, grades 'Best' on my phenakite clarity scale (described below), and is completely natural and untreated. Crystals over 9mm are a small minority of this release, and their length changes how they work: a longer crystal draws a stronger directional line in grids and layouts and reads clearly as a wand form on an altar. Every phenakite crystal forms with its own combination of internal and external features, and those features work like a fingerprint. The inclusions, growth patterns, and surface characteristics you see in the photos and video are what distinguish this exact crystal from every other stone. I photograph and film each piece at 10x magnification, which reveals details inside and on the surface of the crystal, most of which aren't visible to the naked eye. WHAT THIS STONE IS USED FOR Phenakite is one of the most direct tools available for working with the crown and etheric energy centers above the head. The length of this crystal makes it a natural directional piece at the primary nodes of a crystal grid, and it works equally well placed over the third eye or crown chakra during meditation, in stone medicine elixirs, or in on-body healing layouts. A 'Best' grade phenakite like this one delivers maximum vibrational potency, and many practitioners find shorter sessions preferable when starting out, because the intensity of a 'Best' clarity stone can be overwhelming. VIBRATIONAL PROFILE White Frequency: Phenakite is one of only a handful of stones confirmed to embody the white frequency, and the metaphysical record describes it as emitting divine white light. The white frequency serves as the universal donor, containing the qualities of all other color frequencies in a gentle, safe form suitable for nearly any condition. Energetically, white illuminates and clears the energy body, restoring resonance with divine light. It can be charged with any specific energy quality and then broadcast that quality outward. This is why clear quartz, which resonates strongly with the white band, is considered the foundation stone of crystal energy and healing practices. In Christian esotericism, the Holy Spirit appears as white light, and Steiner described white light as increasing in luminosity at higher spiritual levels. Ultraviolet (UV) Frequency: The ultraviolet frequency is especially effective for addressing chronic pain, repairing damaged cells, and supporting DNA repair at the cellular level. Peter Mandel's research identified 370 nanometers as the optimal wavelength for clearing the subtle informational imprints of pain and illness within cells. Energetically, ultraviolet dissolves blockages and facilitates the movement of energy between the physical and spiritual levels, while also restoring deep yin reserves. In BioGeometry, Dr. Ibrahim Karim recognized the higher harmonic of ultraviolet as a key component of the centering vibration, which is linked to spiritual light. Dr. Samuel Sagan observed that the appearance of dark purple light, a signature of UV, signals the opening of the astral plane to one's inner vision. Universal Centering Vibration: All phenakite, regardless of its origin or clarity grade, embodies the universal centering vibration. This is the non-polarized, equilibrating frequency found at every sacred power spot on Earth, such as Stonehenge, Machu Picchu, Mount Shasta, and the Egyptian Pyramids. The universal centering vibration returns whatever it connects with to its own center of perfect balance, functioning the way adaptogenic herbs do in plant medicine. This places phenakite in an exceptionally rare category of crystal adaptogens. SPECIFICATIONS MINERAL TYPE: Phenakite CUT: Natural crystal PHENOMENON: None COLOR: Clear CLARITY: Best grade (ultra-high transparency with little to no inclusions) TRANSPARENCY: Transparent WEIGHT: 0.735 ct / 0.147 g SIZE: 9.2 x 2.9 x 2.6 mm ORIGIN: Burma (Myanmar) TREATMENT: None HARDNESS: 7.5-8 (Mohs scale) REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI): 1.654-1.670 BIREFRINGENCE: 0.016 SPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG): 2.96-3.00 CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Hexagonal (trigonal subclass) CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: Be₂SiO₄ PHENAKITE CLARITY GRADES GOOD: Milky to cloudy translucence with inclusions and minor discoloration from trace minerals. Full phenakite vibrational profile with a gentler delivery. Typical of Brazilian and Russian material. BETTER: Slightly cloudy to somewhat clear with minor inclusions or light etchings. Solid output for most healing and meditation work. Typical of some Ukrainian and Brazilian material. BEST: Ultra-high transparency (crystal clear, 90-95%+), little to no inclusions. Maximum vibrational potency. Typical of Nigerian, Burmese, and select Ukrainian and Brazilian phenakite. This listing. A NOTE ON FAKES Clear quartz is frequently misrepresented as phenakite in the marketplace. If you encounter a specimen at an unusually low price, or with characteristics that seem inconsistent with known phenakite, it's likely quartz. Each stone in this collection has been personally sourced and put through both gemological analysis and vibrational testing to ensure authenticity. ✦ HAND-SELECTED AND VIBRATIONALLY TESTED This phenakite has been personally sourced and tested by Ashley Sohl, Ph.D. candidate, GIA-trained gemologist, and originator of archetypal stonework. Each stone at Sanctuary of Stones is selected to meet strict gemological and vibrational criteria. You receive a natural, untreated stone that has undergone thorough evaluation. ✦ LEARN ABOUT STONES IN COMMUNITY Explore archetypal stonework techniques, lithonoetic philosophy and science, and my original research on the science and metaphysics of stones within the upcoming Psyche & Stone community (launching soon). ✦ READ MORE ABOUT PHENAKITE For a comprehensive exploration of the gemological, mineralogical, metaphysical, and vibrational properties of phenakite, I invite you to read the in-depth articles available on our blog. All About Phenakite: A Mysterious and Rare Gem of Many Facets Phenakite Crystal Power: The Science and Metaphysics of One of Earth's Most Powerful High-Vibration Stones Please note that most photography is taken with a 2x-10x macro lens. Surface details may appear more prominent in images than to the unaided eye. Colors may vary slightly depending on your screen. You will receive the exact crystal pictured.