×

Staurolite
Staurolite




ADD
Compare

Staurolite Information

Add ⊕

1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Switzerland

1.2 Color

Brown, Brownish, Yellow, Black, Reddish

1.3 Streak

White, gray

1.4 For which Rashi?

Not Available

1.5 Planet

Not Available

1.6 Element of Planets

Not Available

1.7 How to Wear?

1.7.1 Finger

Not Available

1.7.2 Ring Metal

Not Available

1.8 Energy

Not Available

1.9 Deities

Not Available

1.10 Not to wear with

Not Available

1.11 Powers

Not Available

1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

Not Available

1.12.2 Talisman

Not Available

2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

Brittle

2.2 Solubility

Not Available

2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

3.7-3.8
Amber
1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

2.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

2.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5
Amber
2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Resinous

3.2 Pleochroism

X = colorless; Y = pale yellow; Z = golden yellow

3.3 Dispersion

Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall)
Fluorite
0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references

3.5 Refractive Index

1.736-1.762
Agate Opal
1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

monoclinic

3.8 Birefringence

0.009-0.015
Achroite
0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

Not Available

4.1.2 Cardiovascular

Not Available

4.1.3 Respiratory

Not Available

4.1.4 Reproductive

Not Available

4.1.5 Digestive

Not Available

4.2 Psychology

Not Available

4.3 Healing

Not Available

4.4 Qualities Associated

Not Available

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

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

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Switzerland.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Brown, Brownish, Yellow, Black, Reddish.
  • Chemical Formula: (Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C..