Titanite is also known as Sphene. Many gemologists and mineralogists consider Titanite a mineral and Sphene a gemstone. The term ‘Sphene’ is taken from the Greek word sphenos, meaning ‘wedge’ in reference to Sphene’s characteristic wedge-shaped crystals. Titanite refers to its titanium content. The gemstone is known for its exceptional metaphysical properties, healing benefits, and psychological benefits.

Titanite Properties

Benefits

Titanite Benefits

Titanite gemstone is an excellent gemstone that stimulates mental abilities, enhances creativity, and strengthens intuitions. It is also said to be helpful in improving concentration which leads to better learning. Titanite is believed to be highly beneficial for people working in astrology, tarot reading, and numerology disciplines. When adorned as jewelry, Titanite is said to give numerous benefits.

• Psychological Benefits

  : Titanite stimulates the Third Eye Chakra that helps the wearer to take better decisions in life and enhances the thought process. While activating the Crown Chakra, it boosts intuitive and psychic abilities. It is also believed to be helpful in taking the right actions that are required to achieve dreams.

• Professional Benefits

  : Titanite will help you disseminating work amongst your team and get the best results by keeping you more efficient and organized at work. The aura created by an original Titanite gemstone is said to aid you to manifest money and fame.

• Health Benefits

  : Titanite or Sphene rough helps the wearer get rid of bone, muscle, and skin-related issues. If you are suffering from oral health issues, it may help you in stabilizing gum disorders. Titanite helps you in fighting a number of health issues including sinus, vision, and hearing due to its strong stimulation of the Third Eye Chakra.

Titanite Quality

Titanite or Sphene stone is known for its brilliant hues and vibrant fire. Found in a variety of colors with excellent clarity, one must buy original and authentic gem-lab certified Titanite gemstone. Based on the below-mentioned parameters, the value, quality, and authenticity of the gemstone can be evaluated.

• Origin

  : The major sources of Titanite are Canada, Mexico, and Madagascar. However, the best quality yellow-brown, brown, green, and dark green chrome-colored Titanite crystals are produced in Mexico and California. Large-sized green Sphene crystals are found in Madagascar, whereas Canada produces brown and black Titanite crystals. Other notable sources where Titanite is found are Austria, Switzerland, India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Germany, Kenya, Myanmar, Russia, New York, and Pakistan.

• Color

  : The color of Titanite or Sphene is a very important factor while estimating Sphene value. The most desirable color by gem experts and jewelry designers is green followed by greenish-yellow, yellow, brownish-green, and orange-brown. The dispersion also plays an important role here, the visible play of beautiful colors with a brilliant fire is a sign of a high-quality Titanite stone.

• Clarity

  : Usually, minor inclusions do not leave any effect on the dispersion. But sometimes, the inclusions are so prominent that they become responsible for the dull appearance of the Titanite stone. The best quality eye-clean Titanite fetches a high price in the market. But inclusions like feathers, needles, fingerprints, and color-zoning degrade the quality of the gemstone leading to a decrease in the Titanite stone price.

• Cut:

   The beauty of Titanite gemstone can be best showcased in a round cut. This cut maximizes the dispersion, shooting up the final worth of Titanite stone. Other shapes like oval and emerald-cut are also considered to be good if the stone shows a good luster. However, being a fragile gemstone, it is recommended to avoid fancy cuts as it can incur heavy stone wastage.

Titanite Buyer Beware Guidelines

Various quality factors including origin, range of colors, clarity, cut, shape, the intensity of the fire, carat weight, and treatments determine Titanite price and authenticity. Also, a buyer must understand that the weight of gemstones in India is usually expressed in Ratti and not in Carat. (1 Ratti = 0.91 carat)

Generally, Titanite or Sphene is not known to be treated or enhanced. It is occasionally heated to create red or orange color and the heat treatment makes the gemstone more durable. However, fake imitations of Titanite gemstones that undergo certain treatments are circulating in the market. These treatments or enhancements can affect the durability or stability of the lab-created Titanite gem. One should always purchase natural Titanite gemstone from trusted sources. GemPundit’s vivid collection of Titanite for sale that is 100% natural, unheated and untreated is available on the website. However, one can always ask for a genuine report from the Gemological Laboratory. The Lab certifications determine the authenticity of the gemstone. Customers should be able to distinguish between real and fake Gem Lab Certifications and should always verify the physical characteristics of Titanite from Gem Experts and Astrologers. To identify the authenticity of a gemstone, the customer can cross-check the report number on the Gem Lab certificate from the Gem Lab website or the company lab. If both the report numbers are alike, then it is an authentic Titanite gemstone certification.