Septarian Nodule

Concretions of pyrite nodules are widespread in a broad range of sedimentary rocks and also in pelitic rocks. Some proposed processes include dehydration of clay-rich, gel-rich, or organic-rich cores; shrinkage of the concentration’s center; expansion of gasses produced by the decay of organic matter which caused fracturing by either earthquakes or compaction. Septarian concretions are abundant in many Phanerozoic marine and marginal-marine shales and mudstones. In general, formation by localized calcite or siderite cementation in argillaceous sediments began under less than a few metres of burial. Septarian cracks vary widely in shape and configuration.

Septarian concretions may thus preserve a signature of basin seismicity as it relates to their cementation history. Notwithstanding considerable debate forover a century, the origin of the internal cracks(septaria) has remained a mystery. Current theories entertain several possible mechanisms: chemical dehydration from transformation of organic molecules or clays, generation of gases, or overpressuring during rapid burial. None of these explanations is satisfactory.

Chemical composition (CaCO3) calcite, aragonite, limestone and/or dolomite
Color Bronzy-yellow - metallic
Lustre Vitreous, pearly, resinous
Hardness 3.5-4
Crystal system Trigonal
Origin Utah
Healing properties*

Meditating with Septarian can illuminate the underlying causes of dis-ease; focuses the body’s self-healing ability. The process that created Septaria remains a mystery.
Folklore

A grounding stone to help you speak only in the positive; takes your attention away from negativities.