Tugtupite, also known as "Reindeer Stone" is one of the rarest minerals in the world, known for its striking pink color and historical significance to the Inuit people! It belongs to the feldspathoid group, which is known for its unique compositions and crystal structures. Tugtupite is closely related to sodalite and has a complex structure composed of sodium, aluminum, beryllium, silicon, oxygen, and chlorine. It's stunning red-pink color is caused by inclusions of magnesium in the crystal structure.
Tugtupite holds enchanting optical properties, including tenebrescence, fluorescence, and phosphorescence. Tenebrescence is the ability of minerals to change or darken in color when exposed to light. Tugtupite is strongly tenebrescent with colors changing from white or light pink, to vivid red and even purple-red. The color changes within minutes, when exposed to sunlight, short-wave or long-wave ultraviolet light. Tugtupite fluorescences under ultraviolet (UV) light, glowing bright orange to pink fluorescence. Lack of daylight during the long arctic winter causes Tugtupite to naturally lose its color, returning to white or very light pink. Tugtupite is also phosphorescent, as its color fades from a light to dark-green after a few minutes once an UV light source has been removed.
The name "Tugtupite" is derived from the locality where the mineral was first discovered in Tugtup, Greenland in 1957. Tugtupite is also called "Tuktu", a name derived from the Greenlandic Inuit word for reindeer (tuttu). The primary locality for Tugtupite is the Tugtup locality in Greenland, specifically the Tugtupbaneq area. This region is known for its complex geology and rare mineral deposits.
According to Intuit legend, Tutu was a beautiful young woman with a deep connection to the reindeer and the natural world. She was associated with fertility, motherhood, and the creation power of nature. When Tutu was about to give birth to her first child, she journeyed to the mountains, seeking a serene and sacred place where she could bring her child into the world.
As Tutu gave birth, the intense energy of the moment caused the Earth around her to respond. Her pain and joy, combined with the power of her spirit, transformed the surrounding rocks into a beautiful, rare gemstone called Tugtupite. Its striking pink color, symbolizes the beauty and vitality of new life. The legend says Tugtupite holds the energy of Tutu's spirit within it, imbued with her love, strength, and connection to nature. Tugtupite is considered sacred and powerful. It has the ability to bring blessings, protect its bearer, and enhance their connection to the natural world. Local legends in in Greenland say that lovers will make the pink in Tugtupite "glow a fiery red" from the heat of their passion.
Tugtupite is an enchanting gem of love, passion and creation. Its one of the most powerful Heart Chakra stones, activating the upper Chakras and bringing enlightenment on love. The soothing vibrations of Tugtupite assist in healing broken hearts and boosting self-love. Tugtupite illuminates your gifts, enhancing your self-worth, allowing your beauty and individuality to shine. By aligning the heart chakra, Tugtupite opens channels of unconditional love and acceptance, for both the self and others. It encourages forgiveness and compassion, healing in relationships and promoting emotional resilience during times of change, grief, heartbreak or loss. Tugtupite has a profound ability to cultivate joy and positivity. This enchanting gem's bright and uplifting energy brings a sense of happiness and optimism, helping to dispel negative thoughts and feelings.
Tugtupite's powerful vibration attracts love, soul mates and positive experiences. It listens to the deepest desires of your heart, aligns your vibration and magnetizes your desires. Tugtupite reunites twin flames and soul mates, allowing you to connect and learn from these divine partnerships. Its vibrant energy clears blockages in the heart and opening it to the magic of love. Tugtupite's harmonious and loving frequency draws in individuals who are aligned with your soul's purpose. Tugtupite's vibrations enhance your ability to attract new romantic relationships, partnerships, friendship or an inspirational connection.
Hardness: 4.5-6
Color: White, pink, red, light blue
Structure: Tetragonal
Care: Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, it should be stored away from minerals higher on the MOHs scale.
Cleaning: Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.
Feng Shui Placement: Tugtupite is great to place in the bedroom to promote love, peace and attract positive energy.

Metaphysical properties
♡ Chakra: Heart, Throat, Third Eye and Crown
♡ Element: Air and Spirit/Ether
♡ Numerology: 4
♡ Zodiac Sign: Leo, Libra, Scorpio
♡ Brings abundance, compassion, fertility, good luck & protection
♡ Enhances manifestation, meditation, strength & attracts love
♡ Promotes joy, love, passion, healing & harmony in relationships
♡ Releases repressed emotions, pain, trauma & self-limiting beliefs
♡ Supports the circulatory and endocrine systems
Use + Crystal pairings
Meditate with Tugtupite to connect with its loving energy and set intentions for attracting love and soul mates. Hold the stone in your hand or place it on your heart chakra during meditation to align with its frequency and open yourself up to new relationships.
Use affirmations and Tugtupite to focus on attracting love and soul mates. Repeat positive affirmations such as "My heart is open to receiving love" or "I attract meaningful and harmonious relationships" while holding or placing the stone near you.
Create a crystal grid with Tugtupite to amplify its energy and attract love. Combine it with other stones known for their associations with love, such as rose quartz or rhodochrosite, to enhance the overall energy of your grid.
Wear Tugtupite as jewelry, such as a ring or pendant, to keep its loving energy close throughout the day. This constant contact can help you stay aligned with its vibrations and attract love into your life.
Incorporate Tugtupite into your visualization practices. Visualize the stone's vibrant energy surrounding you and attracting positive relationships. See yourself with your ideal partner or soul mate, and let the energy of Tugtupite manifest your vision.
Nuumite + Tugtupite
I love this combination for manifesting your desires! Nuumite and Tugtupite have a complimentary that elevates your vibration and enhances manifestation.
Unicorn Jade + Tugtupite
Connect with divine guidance when you meditate or channel energy with Unicorn Jade and Tugtupite. Open your mind to higher levels of consciousness allowing you to share love and healing with the world with your unique gifts.
Scolecite + Tugtupite
This is a powerful combination for shadow work and lineage healing. Scolecite and Tugtupite help you break free from self-limiting beliefs and attain a higher perspective on love.
Affirmation: My loving vibration attracts love to me like a magnet.
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