Facts about Amazonite and Anthophyllite
Origin
Russia, Madagascar, Brazil
Southern and central Africa
Color
Green, White, Blue
Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish
Element of Planets
Earth
-
Specific Gravity
2.55-2.57
2.9-3.5
Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal
{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
KAlSi3O8
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Luster
Vitreous
Vitreous, Pearly
Transparency
Translucent, Translucent to opaque
Transparent
Refractive Index
1.522-1.530
1.603-1.690
Optic Character
-
Biaxial/+
Crystal System
Triclinic
Orthorhombic Dipyramidal H-M Symbol (2/m 2/m 2/m) Space Group: P nma
Birefringence
0.008-0.010
-9999
Clarity
Translucent
Transparent
Neurological
Aids in mental clarity and focus
Enhances brain function
Cardiovascular
-
Supports heart health
Reproductive
Supports reproductive health
-
Healing
Emotional healing
Emotional healing
Qualities Associated
Harmony
Self-discovery
Amazonite Vs Anthophyllite Specifications
While buying, there is a common bewilderment that most of the buyers face. As you compare Amazonite Vs Anthophyllite specifications, it helps you to decide which gemstone suits your zodiac sign. Besides, the extent to which a gemstone benefits you can be understood after comparing Amazonite and Anthophyllite Astrology. Its highly necessary to have a basic knowledge of facts about Amazonite and Anthophyllite, before you finalize to buy one.
Amazonite is known to regulate the influence of Saturn planet.Amazonite, that occurs commonly in Green, White, Blue color, possesses energy.Anthophyllite, the unique gem is known to regulate the influence of planet. Anthophyllite, which is classic Brown, White, Greenish, gray, Green, Brownish colored gem, possesses energy.