Cacoxenite Bracelet ~7mm | Brazil | Fe3+24AlO6(PO4)17(OH)12 · 75H2O | Polished Cacoxenite Beads

Cacoxenite is not a widely known mineral outside mineralogical and metaphysical circles, but it holds a special place due to its striking golden inclusions and unique properties. Its name comes from the Greek words kakos (bad) and xenos (guest), reflecting the fact that it was originally considered an undesirable impurity in iron ore because it lowered the quality of the metal during smelting.
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Cacoxenite is often seen as golden, hair-like inclusions within quartz or amethyst, giving rise to the term “Super Seven” or “Melody Stone” when it appears alongside other minerals in quartz. It’s a secondary mineral, meaning it forms as a result of the oxidation and weathering of iron-bearing minerals. It is relatively soft and fragile, so it’s rarely faceted for jewelry unless protected in quartz or other matrix stones.
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Metaphysically cacoxenite is seen as a powerful spiritual ally, especially for those seeking personal growth, higher consciousness, and positive transformation. Known as the “Stone of Ascension,” cacoxenite is said to raise spiritual awareness and assist in aligning the physical self with higher realms. It’s believed to foster emotional clarity, release old patterns, and instill a sense of optimism and divine timing.