Larimar Polished Stone B (12g)

Larimar Polished Stone B – 12g Caribbean Blue Polished Crystal

Soft ocean blues, cloudy white patterning and a polished finish give this Larimar polished stone the unmistakable look that has made the crystal so sought after. This individual piece weighs approximately 12g and measures around 4 x 2.5cm, making it an easy size to hold, display or add to a crystal collection.

Larimar is especially fascinating because genuine material comes from just one small part of the world: the Dominican Republic. Its blue colouring can range from pale sky tones to stronger turquoise-blue, often broken by white patterning that can resemble sunlight moving across tropical water.

Explore more pieces of this distinctive blue stone in our Larimar collection.

Product Details

• Crystal: Larimar
• Weight: Approx. 12g
• Size: Approx. 4 x 2.5cm
• Finish: Polished
• Natural crystal
• Includes a crystal meaning card

What Is Larimar?

Larimar is the blue variety of pectolite, a mineral composed primarily of calcium and sodium. Pectolite itself is not exceptionally rare, but the beautiful blue material known as Larimar is found commercially in the Dominican Republic, which gives it a very different story from most polished crystals.

Its colour is linked to copper within the mineral, while its characteristic white and blue patterning can create everything from soft cloudy patches to dramatic, almost water-like designs.

No two pieces have exactly the same arrangement of colour and pattern, which is part of the appeal of choosing an individual polished Larimar stone rather than a perfectly uniform manufactured object.

Did You Know? Larimar Was Named After a Daughter and the Sea

The name Larimar is surprisingly modern.

Dominican artisan Miguel Méndez is widely credited with creating the name in the 1970s by combining “Lari”, from his daughter Larissa, with “mar”, the Spanish word for sea.

It’s difficult to imagine a more appropriate name. With its blue-and-white patterning and Caribbean origin, a good piece of Larimar can look remarkably like a tiny section of tropical ocean captured in stone.

Larimar Meaning & Traditional Associations

Within modern crystal and metaphysical traditions, Larimar is commonly associated with calm, communication, emotional balance and gentle self-expression.

Its blue colouring has also led to a strong association with the throat chakra, where it is often chosen for intentions involving honest communication, speaking thoughtfully and expressing feelings clearly.

Others simply choose Larimar because of its ocean-like appearance and the sense of tranquillity they personally associate with the colour blue.

A Small Stone with a Very Specific Home

One of the most interesting things about Larimar is how geographically restricted it is.

The blue pectolite deposits associated with Larimar occur in the Dominican Republic, particularly around the mountainous region of Barahona. Rather than being a crystal mined across dozens of countries, its identity is closely tied to this Caribbean island.

That limited geological origin has helped turn Larimar into one of the most recognisable stones associated with the Dominican Republic.

Browse more natural minerals and polished pieces in our wider Crystal Names collection.

Caring for Polished Larimar

Larimar is relatively soft compared with harder quartz-family stones, so treat polished pieces with a little care.

Store it where it won’t be repeatedly knocked or scratched by harder crystals, and clean it gently with a soft cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners and prolonged strong heat or sunlight.

If you carry the stone with you, a small pouch can help protect the polished surface from keys, coins and other harder objects.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large is this Larimar polished stone?

This individual stone measures approximately 4 x 2.5cm and weighs approximately 12g.

What mineral is Larimar?

Larimar is a rare blue variety of pectolite. The blue material known commercially as Larimar is associated with deposits in the Dominican Republic.

Why is Larimar blue?

Larimar’s distinctive blue colouring is associated with copper within the mineral. Natural pieces can show different intensities of blue together with white patterning.

What is Larimar traditionally associated with?

Within modern crystal traditions, Larimar is commonly associated with calm, emotional balance, communication and gentle self-expression. It is also frequently connected with the throat chakra.

Is each polished Larimar stone unique?

Yes. Larimar is a natural material, so colour, markings and patterning naturally differ from one piece to another.

Does this Larimar stone include a meaning card?

Yes. It comes with a crystal meaning card for an easy introduction to Larimar’s traditional associations.

Pairs Well With

• Moonstone
• Aquamarine
• Blue Lace Agate
• Clear Quartz
• Other blue and throat-chakra crystals

Perfect For

• Larimar collectors
• Polished crystal collections
• Blue crystal lovers
• Throat-chakra practices
• Meditation and intention setting
• Small crystal displays
• Anyone who would quite happily carry a tiny piece of Caribbean-looking blue around all day

Small enough to hold in your palm but instantly distinctive, this polished Larimar stone combines beautiful Caribbean-blue colour with one of the crystal world’s more unusual geological stories.