# Larimar

> Larimar is a sky-blue stone with white veins (4.5-5 on Mohs) found only in the Dominican Republic; beautiful but soft.

- Source: https://www.711grados.com/en/larimar/
- Language: en
- Note: This entry was drafted with the help of AI and is pending review by the author.
- Published: 2026-07-20
- Updated: 2026-07-20
- Translation (es): https://www.711grados.com/es/larimar/
- Author: Sandra Sánchez
- Site: 711 Grados (https://www.711grados.com/)

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Larimar is a blue variety of pectolite found only in one area of the Dominican Republic. It recalls the Caribbean sea with its sky blues and white veins.

## Properties

- **Composition:** sodium calcium silicate (pectolite) with copper.
- **Hardness:** 4.5 to 5 on the Mohs scale.
- **Color:** sky blue to greenish blue with white veins.
- **Origins:** Dominican Republic (only known origin)
- **Treatments:** not usually treated.

## Uses in jewelry

- Cabochons, beads and pendants.
- Earrings and bracelets.
- Caribbean keepsake jewelry.

## Pros and cons

### Advantages

- Unique, evocative color.
- Easy to carve.
- Exclusive origin.

### Limitations

- Soft and scratches.
- Sensitive to heat and chemicals.
- Imitations are very common.

## Care and cleaning

- Clean with a soft cloth and lukewarm water.
- Do not use ultrasonic or heat.
- Avoid prolonged intense sun.

## See also

- [Gemstones in jewelry](https://www.711grados.com/en/gemstones-in-jewelry/)
- [Turquoise](https://www.711grados.com/en/turquoise/)
- [Amazonite](https://www.711grados.com/en/amazonite/)