Crystal Database

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Apophyllite

Apophyllite is a group of 3 phyllosilicate minerals which includes Fluorapophyllite, Hydroxyapophyllite, and Natroapophyllite.

What makes Apophyllite a collectors favourite is its fantastic crystals with their gem-like vitreous to pearly lustre. Apophyllite forms good crystals. The common crystal habit is the rectangular prism capped by a steep four sided pyramid. A double terminated crystal is exceptionally special.

Metaphysical Properties

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Apophyllite maintains a connection with the physical during astral travel, and allows conscious access to past life and future experience and communication with spirit.

Apophyllite helps to see the truth, flaws and personal imperfections. Apophyllite helps to calm, ground and align decisions of the heart with those of spirit.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Apophyllite is an excellent ally for energy healers, deepening the connection to the purest healing vibrations.

Apophyllite is useful for respiratory disorders and allergies.

Apophyllite assists in the regeneration of mucus forming cells.

Apophyllite over each eye lid rejuvenates and refreshes the eyes.

Colour:

white, green, yellow, violet, brown

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Class:

Silicate

Group:

Tetragonal, Orthorhombic

Formations:

prismatic, tabular, massive

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

(K, Na)Ca₄Si₈O₂₀(F, OH) · 8H₂O

Hardness:

4.5 to 5

Lustre:

vitreous, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

perfect in one direction

Varieties:

Fluorapophyllite, Hydroxyapophyllite, Natroapophyllite

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.