Astrophyllite Information

Astrophyllite

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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Canada, Russia

1.2 Color

Brown, Yellow, Greenish, Brown, Yellow, Greenish, Brown, Brownish, Red, Yellow

1.3 Streak

Brown, White, Brown, White

1.4 For which Rashi?

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1.5 Planet

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1.6 Element of Planets

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1.7 How to Wear?

1.7.1 Finger

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1.7.2 Ring Metal

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1.8 Energy

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1.9 Deities

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1.10 Not to wear with

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1.11 Powers

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1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

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1.12.2 Talisman

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2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

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2.2 Solubility

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2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

3.2-3.4

1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Uneven, Brittle, Metallic

2.6 Cleavage

Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]

2.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Greasy, Pearly

3.2 Pleochroism

Strong: X= deep red-orange Y= orange-yellow Z= lemon-yellow

3.3 Dispersion

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Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶

0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

Translucent

3.5 Refractive Index

1.678-1.758

1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

Triclinic

3.8 Birefringence

0.050

0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Translucent

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

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4.1.2 Cardiovascular

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4.1.3 Respiratory

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4.1.4 Reproductive

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4.1.5 Digestive

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4.2 Psychology

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4.3 Healing

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4.4 Qualities Associated

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Green Gemstones

Bloodstone Heliotrope

Astrophyllite 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, Astrophyllite Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Astrophyllite information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Astrophyllite 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 Astrophyllite such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Astrophyllite details and interesting facts are provided here.

Origin: Primarily obtained in Canada and Russia.
Color: Common colors observed are Brown, Yellow, Greenish, Brown, Yellow, Greenish, Brown, Brownish, Red, Yellow.
Chemical Formula: (K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001).

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