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Anthophyllite Information



Astrology

Origin
Southern and central Africa

Color
Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish

Streak
gray

For which Rashi?
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Planet
-

Element of Planets
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Energy
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How to Wear?

Finger
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Ring Metal
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Deities
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Not to wear with
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Powers
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Birthstone

Planetary
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Talisman
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Physical Properties

Tenacity
-

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.5

Fracture
Conchoidal

Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6

Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous, Pearly

Pleochroism
-

Dispersion
0.01 59

Transparency
Transparent

Refractive Index
1.603-1.690

Optic Character
Biaxial/+

Crystal System
Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma

Birefringence
-9999

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Enhances brain function

Cardiovascular
Supports heart health

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
-

Digestive
-

Psychology
Peace

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Self-discovery

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Anthophyllite Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Anthophyllite Benefits have been well identified and tested. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Anthophyllite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Anthophyllite is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Anthophyllite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Anthophyllite details and interesting facts are provided here.

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