Crystal Database

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Cacoxenite

Cacoxenite is a hydrated iron aluminium phosphate oxide hydroxide mineral found as a secondary mineral in oxidised zones of phosphatic magnetite deposits and phosphate rich pegmatites.

Cacoxenite is most often found as an brownish inclusion in quartz, where it can form interesting patterns.

Metaphysical Properties

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Cacoxenite stimulates the third eye, crown and transpersonal chakra, promoting channelling and intuitive abilities.

Cacoxenite has been used for psychic healing and protection.

Cacoxenite is useful for meditation, prompting reflection and understanding of deeply held emotional issues.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Cacoxenite has been used to promote cellular renewal.

Cacoxenite is helpful in the treatment stress.

Cacoxenite can be useful in balancing the endocrine system.

Colour:

yellow, brown, orange, green

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Class:

Phosphate

Group:

Hexagonal

Formations:

radiating acicular crystals, fibrous, botryoidal and massive.

Localities:

Europe, USA

Chemical Composition:

Fe₂₄(AlO₆)(PO₄)₁₇(OH)₁₂ - 75H₂O

Hardness:

3 to 4

Lustre:

vitreous to silky, translucent to transparent

Cleavage:

poor

Varieties:

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.