The largest crystals of clinozoisite which were of gemstone quality were found in east tyrol austria. 26 photos clinozoisite gemstones by colour. Clinozoisite is also almost identical in composition to epidote but lacks significant iron in its structure. This gem was first discovered in austria 1896 but there are many locations world wide where specimens have been found. Clinozoisite is a great gemstone to strengthen relationships with friends spouses or co workers.
Named for its resemblance to zoisite clinozoisite is a colorless to pale grayish yellow to green colored mineral ideal for faceting. The gemstones of clinozoisite from these areas are bright with a beautiful olive green coloring and with very little inclusion. Clinozoisite was discovered in 1896 in tyrol austria and is named because of its monoclinic crystallography and resemblance to zoisite. Metaphysical healing lore says that clinozoisite is a crystal to use when detoxing the body especially when the body has gone through any type of radiation. Clinozoisite increases vitality and enhances feelings of optimism hope and promotes patience.
Clinozoisite increases vitality and enhances feelings of optimism hope and promotes patience. Named for its resemblance to zoisite clinozoisite is a colorless to pale grayish yellow to green colored mineral ideal for faceting. The largest crystals of clinozoisite which were of gemstone quality were found in east tyrol austria.
