Raw Larimar Stone Natural Blue Pectolite

Raw Larimar is a rare blue variety of pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. Each piece shows the soft sea-blue coloring the stone is known for, marbled with white and grey where the mineral formed around volcanic rock. These are natural tumbled pieces with a smooth surface, not cut or polished into shapes, so the coloring and pattern differ from stone to stone.

Larimar Features

• Genuine Dominican Larimar, the only source in the world
• Soft blue-green coloring with white marbling and natural inclusions
• Smooth tumbled finish that keeps the natural stone shape
• Roughly 1.5 to 2 inches, about 5 oz per piece
• Sold individually as one hand-picked stone
• Fits comfortably in the palm

Larimar Benefits

Larimar's blue coloring is unusual among natural stones, reading as ocean or sky rather than the greys and browns of most raw minerals. That makes a raw Larimar stone easy to work into a shelf, tray, or desk arrangement where you want a spot of color. Collectors seek it out because supply is limited to a single mining area, and raw pieces show the natural coloring more honestly than polished cabochons. It also makes a well-received gift for anyone who collects stones or is drawn to blue.

Larimar Materials

Larimar is a blue variety of pectolite, a sodium-calcium silicate. The blue comes from copper substituting for calcium during formation in volcanic gas cavities. It rates around 4.5 to 5 on the Mohs hardness scale, softer than quartz, so it scratches more easily than most display stones. All genuine Larimar comes from a single mining area in Barahona Province, Dominican Republic.

Larimar Usage Tips

• Display away from direct sunlight, as prolonged UV exposure can fade the blue
• Clean with a soft damp cloth and dry immediately; avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals
• Store separately from harder stones, since Larimar scratches easily
• Keep away from prolonged heat, which can affect the coloring over time
• Handle with dry hands to avoid transferring oils onto the surface

Disclaimer

Size, shape, and color may vary from the photos. Each Larimar stone is natural, so no two pieces are identical.