Larimar is a semi-precious blue variety of
pectolite,
Sodium Calcium Silicate Hydroxide. It was discovered in the Bahamas
and Dominican Republic in the 1970's. The name "Larimar" comes from a
combination of Larissa and Mar and was given to the stone by a
Dominican who named the stone after his daughter Larissa and Mar, the
Spanish word for sea. Although pectolite is found in many locations,
none have the unique blue of larimar. This blue color, distinct from
that of other pectolites, is the result of cobalt substitution for
calcium.
Colour: pale blue to sky blue
Hardness: 5
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