Unakite Tower

Unakite is a mottled green-and-pink metamorphic stone composed of pink orthoclase feldspar, green epidote, and quartz, traditionally associated with emotional balance and gentle, steady growth. This tower is a polished, natural-stone standing point — a grounding centerpiece for a desk, shelf, or altar, with a marbled pattern that varies piece to piece.

Quick facts

Meaning & history

Unakite takes its name from the Unaka Mountains of North Carolina, where it was first identified, though most commercial material today is sourced from South Africa. In crystal tradition it is linked to the heart chakra and to steady, gentle progress — many people keep a piece close while working through change, and it sits comfortably among our balance and wellness stones. Browse more pieces in our unakite collection or the wider stones collection.

How to use it

Stand the tower on a desk, shelf, altar, or nightstand where you will see it often. Some people hold it briefly during a quiet moment of reflection, or simply enjoy it as a decorative, grounding piece in a favorite corner of a room.

Care & cleansing

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth to keep the surface clean. Unakite can tolerate a brief rinse under water, but it should be dried thoroughly afterward and not left soaking. Many people "cleanse" the stone's energy by resting it near a window in moonlight or briefly passing it through incense smoke — a symbolic practice, not a scientific one.

Frequently asked questions

What is unakite, and what is it used for?
Unakite is a natural granite-family stone blending pink feldspar and green epidote. In crystal tradition it is associated with emotional balance and gentle growth. This is a decorative/symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.

Is unakite water-safe?
Unakite can generally tolerate a brief rinse, but it should be dried thoroughly afterward. Avoid soaking it for extended periods.

Can I keep it in direct sunlight?
Yes, unakite is a durable, colorfast stone, so brief sun exposure will not damage it, though prolonged strong sun can fade many colored stones over time.

How do I cleanse and charge it?
Many people rest it near a window in moonlight, briefly pass it through incense smoke, or simply set an intention while holding it — all symbolic practices with no single 'correct' method.

How can I tell it's a genuine natural stone?
Natural unakite shows irregular, mottled patterning in green and pink with natural variation piece to piece; perfectly uniform color or pattern can indicate a dyed or manufactured imitation.

What pairs well with a unakite tower?
Many people display it alongside other heart chakra stones like rose quartz, or other tower pieces for a balanced shelf display.