Hemimorphite

Hemimorphite Hemimorphite is commonly found in veins and beds in limestone, and is associated with other zinc ores. Well-crystallized specimens have been found in Siberia, Romania, Sardinia, Belgium, and New Jersey and Montana in the United States. Before 1803, hemimorphite and smithsonite were thought to be the same mineral, and were both classified as calamine. Hemimorphite is thought to be a stone of empathy, promoting compassion in all interactions. It is also believed to aid in communication of feelings and the regulation of inner emotions. Practitioners advocate hemimorphite as a stone for detaching from self-ego and bringing about spiritual growth.