The deep reddy-pink colour of Erythrite is caused by Cobalt, and takes its name after the Greek word for red, erythros. It is unusual to find large crystals of Erythrite, instead it is most often found as small radiating needle crystals.
| Alternative Names | N/A |
| Colour | Pink, Red |
| Hardness | 1.5 - 2.5 |
| Crystal system | Monoclinic |
| Streak | Pinkish Red |
| Lustre | Waxy |
| Main Locations | Morocco |
| Chakra | Heart |
| Zodiac | Aquarius |
| Numerology | 2 |
| Planetary | Venus |
| Element | Fire, Earth |
