{"product_id":"hand-made-new-zealand-howlite-display-slab-small-ref-0115-copy","title":"Hand Made New Zealand Howlite Display Slab (Small) Ref: 0115","description":"\u003cp\u003eHowlite is a soothing calcium borosilicate mineral widely used in New Zealand for crystal healing, meditation, and jewellery. It is characterized by its opaque, chalky-white appearance and distinctive web-like grey or black veins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Mineral Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very soft, measuring 3.5 on the Mohs scale. Because it scratches easily, it requires gentle handling and occasional care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often found in evaporite deposits as nodular masses that resemble small heads of cauliflower rather than traditional crystals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePorosity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its highly porous nature allows it to be easily dyed. It is frequently stained blue or green to mimic turquoise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMetaphysical \u0026amp; Healing Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the New Zealand holistic community, howlite is highly valued for its calming energy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStress and Sleep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known as the \"Stone of Calming,\" it is frequently used to quiet an overactive mind, ease anxiety, and relieve insomnia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmotional Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is believed to help release anger, reduce selfishness, and promote patience and compassion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakra Alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often associated with the Crown and Third Eye chakras to enhance spiritual awareness, intuition, and deep meditation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRef: 0115 (For my use only)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48302837334208,"sku":"0115","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/6003\/4240\/files\/P_20260514_185904.jpg?v=1779078935","url":"https:\/\/kiwi-collects.myshopify.com\/products\/hand-made-new-zealand-howlite-display-slab-small-ref-0115-copy","provider":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","version":"1.0","type":"link"}