Bismuth

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Bismuth is an unusual mineral crystal that occurs only rarely in nature. When found in nature, bismuth is often massive, with little crystal structure. The massive form of bismuth can be found with gold, silver, tin, nickel, and lead ores. In Canada, bismuth is found in conjunction with silver ores in Cobalt, Ontario and sometimes near the Great Bear Lake in the Northwest Territory. This bismuth is laboratory grown and thus extraordinary crystal structures are produced. Bismuth begins in a liquid state, and as the solution solidifies, these unique crystal structures begin to form. These structures appear like tiny castles or futuristic cityscapes. Blue is the most common colour, but on occasion other colours are produced, depending on minor adjustments during the growing process. Bismuth may also be poured into molds to create specific shapes, such as into the negative of an ammonite fossil or into a cleaned egg shell. Bismuth relieves symptoms of isolation, both spiritually and emotionally. It stimulates energy, improves focus and encourages teamwork, making it particularly useful in group dynamics. May you enjoy your bismuth mineral specimen, as it is a scientific piece and an unusual collector’s item. Show more