Alabandite was first described in 1784 by Franz-Joseph Müller von Reichenstein. The mineral name is derived from its supposed discovery locality at Alabanda (Aïdin) in Turkey.

What is Alabandite used for?

Alabandite or Alabandine is a rarely occurring manganese sulfide mineral. A strong stone of “encouragement”, Alabandite can be used to bring order to situations and for the treatment of poor communication within families. It encourages honesty and real communication.

What is calcite mineral used for?

Calcite is the mineral component of limestone which is used primarily as construction aggregates, and in production of lime and cement.