Rare Orange Kyanite Blade Loliondo Tanzania Kelly Brett Collection 2.8g
This striking natural orange kyanite crystal blade originates from the Loliondo area of Arusha, Tanzania, a locality known among collectors for producing this unusual manganese-bearing orange variety of a mineral far more commonly seen in blue. The specimen comes from the Kelly Brett Collection and is presented with an identification card listing its mineral name, chemistry, locality, measurements and weight.
The crystal displays the classic flattened blade form of kyanite with strong parallel striations running lengthwise across the specimen. Its color ranges from rich amber-orange and honey tones to deeper burnt orange, with lighter fibrous bands that become more pronounced under direct light. The layered texture and natural edge structure give the piece a distinctive raw mineral appearance while preserving the visual character of its natural growth.
SCIENTIFIC AND MINERAL INFORMATION
Mineral: Kyanite
Variety: Orange Kyanite
Chemical Formula: Al₂SiO₅
Coloring Agent: Mn³⁺ manganese associated with the orange coloration
Mineral Class: Nesosilicate
Crystal System: Triclinic
Growth Habit: Flattened bladed crystal
Locality: Loliondo, Arusha, Tanzania
Kyanite is an aluminum silicate mineral with the chemical formula Al₂SiO₅. It is one of three naturally occurring polymorphs with this composition, along with andalusite and sillimanite. Kyanite is especially notable for its directional hardness, meaning its hardness varies depending on the direction in which the crystal is measured.
The orange variety from Tanzania is particularly distinctive because this coloration is unusual for kyanite. The orange tones are associated with manganese, specifically Mn³⁺, within the mineral structure.
METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Orange kyanite is strongly associated with creativity, vitality, confidence, emotional movement and the Sacral Chakra. It is valued for helping clear energetic blockages, encouraging motivation and strengthening creative expression.
Kyanite is also associated with energetic alignment and the free movement of energy through the body. Orange kyanite combines those qualities with the warmth and expressive energy traditionally connected with orange stones, making it especially sought after for manifestation, inspiration, confidence and renewed enthusiasm.
MEASUREMENTS AND WEIGHT
The specimen measures approximately 1.62 inches long x 0.63 inch wide x 0.12 inch thick, approximately 41 x 16 x 3 mm.
Approximate weight is 0.10 oz / 2.8 grams.
The specimen is presented in a small protective display box with tissue support and an identification card reading:
ORANGE KYANITE
Al₂SiO₅ : Mn³⁺
Locality: Loliondo, Arusha, Tanzania
Size: 1.62” x 0.63” x 0.12” (41 x 16 x 3 mm)
Weight: 0.10 oz (2.8 g)
PROVENANCE — KELLY BRETT COLLECTION
This specimen comes from the Kelly Brett Collection. Brett assembled mineral specimens over many years, including material selected for its natural form, coloration and suitability for his artistic and jewelry interests.
Traders Loan and Jewelry has been given the opportunity to purchase a part of his long collected collection, allowing individual specimens such as this orange kyanite blade to continue into new collections with their provenance preserved.
With its unusual manganese-produced orange coloration, strong natural blade form, distinctive longitudinal striations, Tanzanian locality and Kelly Brett provenance, this is an appealing specimen for collectors of kyanite, African minerals, unusual color varieties and metaphysical minerals.
Mineral Identification Disclaimer:
Every effort has been made to accurately identify and describe this specimen using available reference materials, labels, provenance, and careful visual examination. While I strive to provide accurate information, I am not a professionally trained mineralogist or gemologist, and inadvertent errors in mineral identification, locality attribution, or other descriptive information may occasionally occur.
Collectors are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and use their own knowledge and judgment when evaluating any specimen. If you have any questions or would like additional photographs or information before purchasing, I will be happy to assist. By purchasing this specimen, the buyer acknowledges that the identification and description represent my best good-faith assessment and are not a professional laboratory determination.