Crystal Database

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Andalusite

Andalusite is an aluminium silicate mineral found in low pressure metamorhic rocks. Andalusite crystals vary from yellow brown through to green brown and pink brown.

Andalusite crystals are often cut into gems when they display red or green colours that resembles a form of iridescence, although the colours are the result of strong pleochroism.

Brown Andalusite containing inclusions of black carbonaceous material arranged in regular symmetrical crosses is known as Chiastolite.

Metaphysical Properties

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Andalusite is a protection stone and has been used to ward off the evil eye and negativity. Andalusite clears blockages and holes within the subtle body and chakras.

Andalusite provides a clear channel between the highest and lowest chakra, essential for manifestation work.

Andalusite is an excellent crystal for meditation, often releasing past life memory and offering insight into one life purpose.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Andalusite helps in the treatment of anxiety and phobias.

Andalusite has been used in the treatment of cellular disorders.

Andalusite can be used to provide energetic protection during times of illness.

Colour:

green, yellow, brown, pink, grey

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Class:

Silicate

Group:

Orthorhombic

Formations:

prismatic crystals with a square cross section terminated by a pinacoid, massive and granular.

Localities:

Spain, Australia, China, USA, Brazil, Sri Lanka

Chemical Composition:

Al₂SiO₅

Hardness:

7.5

Lustre:

vitreous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

good in two directions

Varieties:

Andalusite, Chiastolite, Kyanite, Sillimanite

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect.  Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.