Howlite Resin Pendant
Hydrated sodium calcium borosilicate / Quartz var. Howlite chips embedded in synthetic resin · Decorative Stone / Jewelry Component
Crystal System
Monoclinic (individual chips)
Mineral Group
Borates
Chemical Formula
Ca2B5SiO9(OH)5
Formation Process
Evaporite deposits in ancient lake basins, later crushed and assembled into resin jewelry
About This Crystal
The specimen is a manufactured oval pendant featuring small, irregular, opaque white mineral chips embedded in a transparent synthetic resin medium, bound by a metallic bezel.
Physical Characteristics
White body color with characteristic dark grey to black web-like matrix veins on some pieces, white streak, Mohs hardness 3.5 for the raw mineral, specific gravity approximately 2.53, brittle tenacity.
Optical Properties
Biaxial (+) refractive indices around 1.583 to 1.605 for the mineral components; the overall piece displays transparent resin surrounding opaque white inclusions.
Hardness & Durability
Origin Region
Nova Scotia, Canada; California, USA; widely manufactured into jewelry worldwide
Hardness & Durability
Howlite mineral has a Mohs hardness of 3.5, but the overall durability depends heavily on the surrounding synthetic resin casing, which is susceptible to scratching and chemical degradation.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with mild soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, prolonged immersion in water, and direct sunlight which can yellow the resin.
Rarity & Value
Common and inexpensive; typically sold as affordable fashion jewelry or metaphysical accessories.
Special Characteristics
Porous structure that readily absorbs dyes (often dyed blue to imitate turquoise), encased in clear resin to create a floating chip effect.
Lore & History
Often regarded in modern crystal healing as a stone of supreme calm, stress relief, and emotional healing, though these are traditional beliefs rather than scientific facts.