Sodalite: The Stone of Clarity, Truth, and Inner Strength

The Beauty of Sodalite

Deep as twilight and serene as still water, Sodalite captivates with its mesmerizing blue tones streaked with white veins of calcite — a natural artistry that mirrors the motion of clouds against a night sky. Revered for centuries, Sodalite is known as the “Stone of Logic and Truth,” bridging intellect and intuition with quiet strength.

In the Bowman Originals workshop, each hand-cut Sodalite cabochon reveals its own story. The gemstone’s velvety luster and rich indigo hue pair beautifully with sterling silver and 18k gold, forming elegant contrasts that celebrate both precision and emotion. Every piece is cut and polished by hand in our Sarasota, Florida lapidary, ensuring that no two stones are ever alike — a reflection of individuality and craftsmanship by hands only.

Physical Properties of Sodalite

• Color: Royal to deep navy blue, often with white calcite marbling.
• Luster: Vitreous to silky, with a natural depth that enhances light reflection.
• Hardness: 5.5–6 on the Mohs scale — durable enough for fine jewelry with proper care.
• Composition: A sodium aluminum silicate chloride, part of the feldspathoid mineral group.
• Origin: Found in regions of Brazil, Canada, Greenland, and Namibia — prized for its consistency and vivid coloration.

Sodalite’s structure gives it a glass-like polish, ideal for domed cabochons and smooth contours in bracelets, rings, pendants, and earrings. When set into handmade sterling silver or 18k gold, it carries both refinement and resilience — the perfect harmony of natural form and artistic touch.

Metaphysical Properties and Symbolism

Sodalite has long been celebrated as a stone of wisdom, clarity, and communication. Its calming blue energy is said to align the mind with higher understanding — grounding logic while opening the channels of intuition.

In ancient tradition and modern metaphysical practice, Sodalite is believed to:

• Stimulate the mind and enhance mental clarity.
• Promote emotional balance and inner peace.
• Encourage honesty, intuition, and self-expression.
• Aid communication, making it a perfect companion for creative souls and truth-seekers.
• Calm the nervous system and help release fear, guilt, or confusion.

At Bowman Originals, we see Sodalite as a stone of purpose — a reminder to speak truth with grace and to pursue clarity in both thought and design. Its tranquil energy resonates with artisans, thinkers, and those drawn to authenticity.

Sodalite in Bowman Originals Jewelry

Each Sodalite stone used by Ned Bowman is hand-cut from raw mineral specimens in our lapidary studio — shaped, polished, and set in handmade chain link bracelets, toggle bracelets, and pendants. No computers, no molds — only traditional techniques honed through five decades of craftsmanship.

Whether worn as a personal talisman or a statement of style, Sodalite jewelry embodies balance between thought and emotion, strength and serenity, earth and sky. It is a gemstone that invites the wearer to connect deeply with their own truth.

Care and Keeping

Like all fine gemstone jewelry, Sodalite should be treated with care:

• Clean gently with a soft cloth and mild soap.
• Avoid harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners.
• Store separately to prevent scratching by harder stones.

Each piece of Sodalite jewelry from Bowman Originals is backed by our 100% Lifetime Guarantee, ensuring lasting beauty and craftsmanship.

The Bowman Originals Promise

At Bowman Originals, every gemstone is a conversation between nature and art. Each Sodalite creation reflects our commitment to heirloom quality, authentic design, and the enduring power of handcrafted jewelry.

From the raw stone to the finished setting, every detail is shaped by the human hand — and by the belief that true beauty begins with intention.

? “Sodalite is a whisper of calm within the storm — a stone for thinkers, dreamers, and creators who value truth as much as beauty.”