Larimar Stone
Larimar, known as the “Stone of Paradise,” is a rare and extraordinary treasure from the heart of the Dominican Republic. Its beauty captivates with shades of blue that resemble the crystal-clear waves of the ocean and the bright skies of the Caribbean, capturing in a single gemstone the serenity and strength of nature.
This one-of-a-kind gem is born from the ancient dance between volcanic fire and cool ocean waters, which have shaped its essence. Each shade of blue, from soft sky blue to deep turquoise, tells a story of balance and harmony, evoking the peace of a hidden beach or the depth of an unexplored dream.
The name Larimar has a special history: in 1974, a man named Miguel Méndez and a local priest discovered this stone for the first time along the shores of the Caribbean Sea, near Barahona in the Dominican Republic. Fascinated by its extraordinary beauty, Méndez decided to name it "Larimar," combining his daughter Larissa’s name with "mar," which means sea in Spanish. This name perfectly reflects the essence of the stone: a precious gift from the sea and the earth.
More than just a stone, Larimar is a symbol of authenticity and transformation. It is said to bring calm and inner clarity, like a ray of sunshine that lights the way even in the darkest times. It is an irresistible draw for those seeking elegance, but also a touch of magic in the everyday.
Owning a Larimar jewelry piece means wearing a fragment of paradise, a small miracle of nature that holds the warmth and soul of the Dominican Republic. It is not just an accessory: it is a deep connection to the beauty of the world, an invitation to dream, travel, and rediscover one’s inner light.
Larimar is a rare stone found only in the Dominican Republic. Its coloration varies in a range that contains white, light blue, sky blue and turquoise. In a single stone, you can find different shades of color, making it unique.
Istory
In 1974, at the foot of the mountain range in the coastal province of Barahona, a local artisan named Miguel Méndez discovered Larimar while walking on a beach.
He named it after his young daughter’s name Larissa and the Spanish word for sea (mar) and formed Larimar.
Inspired by the ocean and the colors of the water of the Caribbean Sea, where it was found.
The few stones that they found were alluvial sediment, washed into the sea by the Bahoruco River. An upstream search revealed the in situ outcrops in the range and soon the Los Chupaderos mine was formed.
Geology
Larimar is a variety of pectolite, which is found in many locations however none have the unique coloration of ocean blues as Larimar.
Larimar was created by the volcanic activity that shaped the Caribbean.
Volcanic activity blasted the lava onshore and over the centuries it was forged and tumbled to get the ocean-inspired look that Larimar has today. As the small amount of stone was tumbled down the rivers toward the sea it started to polish and become enriched by the surround minerals to get its unique look.
References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larimar
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Our motto is: "don't change what nature has made precious and beautiful".
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