Staurolite Twinned Crystal - 01

Staurolite has long been a symbol of resilience, courage and grounded devotion. Its natural cruciform twin speaks to the moments in life where paths cross, patterns shift and decisions become catalysts for transformation. Holding this stone offers a sense of rooted clarity—an invitation to pause, breathe and choose the direction that aligns with your deepest truth. For anyone navigating transition, redefining boundaries or rebuilding after emotional exhaustion, Staurolite gently reinforces your inner core. It encourages you to release self-doubt, stabilise your energy and reconnect with a steady sense of self.

Mt Isa material carries a particularly earthy, iron-rich grounding quality, making it ideal for anchoring the body and stabilising the mind. Use it during rituals for strength, especially on days when you feel mentally stretched, overwhelmed or pulled between competing desires. Its cross-twin formation becomes a physical talisman reminding you of your sovereignty: no matter how many directions life demands you face, your centre remains intact. With consistent use, Staurolite supports perseverance, discipline and the quiet, determined power to keep moving forward.

A silicate mineral, with a complex chemical formula, staurolite combines the elements of iron, aluminium and magnesium to form a gemstone with a hardness of 7 —7.5 belonging to the monoclinic crystal system. Its hardness makes it a suitable mineral for jewellery although the bright, glittery, mica schist matrix that it sits in is far softer and delicate. Staurolite can also be found in association with almandine garnet and graphite.

Forming through the process of regional metamorphism, staurolite crystals can be identified by their twinned, cross- shaped nature. Twinning refers to when two or more crystals have grown together with a direct relationship between their crystallographic axis. In the case of staurolite, they are inter-penetrant twins and can form at either 60° or 90° rotations to one another. Crystals found at a perfect 90° are rare and even more so are those that exhibit both, creating a 3-rayed star with 6 points.

Learn more about Staurolite's healing and gemmological properties here

Keep Staurolite dry.

MOHs hardness 5.5-6

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At Uluna, we are deeply committed to offering crystals that are not only beautiful but also ethically sourced and of the highest quality. Ethical sourcing means ensuring that the crystals we provide are mined under fair conditions, respecting both the environment and the workers involved. We also recognise that many crystals undergo processes like cutting and polishing in  factories far away from their mined locations, so we remain diligent about maintaining our integrity throughout the supply chain sourcing locally and directly where possible.

Our dedication to quality is upheld by our in-house gemmologist, who brings over 15 years of expertise to every piece we offer. Each crystal is carefully tested, correctly identified, and certified as natural, with any treatments fully disclosed. Unlike lab-grown or misrepresented stones often sold as natural, our crystals are authentic and come with an authenticity card, guaranteeing their provenance and purity so you can feel safe with each purchase. For us, ethics and quality are non-negotiable values.