25.63 g. Astrophyllite Specimen

25.63 gram Astrophyllite Specimen

This rare Astrophyllite specimen, weighing 25.63 grams and measuring 45.3 x 38.8 x 16.2 mm, comes from the legendary Eveslogchorr Mountain in the Khibiny Massif of the Kola Peninsula, Russia, which is one of the most mineral-rich geological regions on Earth. This location is the original type locality for astrophyllite, first discovered in the early 1800s, and specimens from here are considered some of the finest in the world.

Astrophyllite is sought out for its rarity, its distinctive starburst crystal formations and also for its rich bronze to golden blades that shimmer when exposed to light. This mineral is of interest to metaphysical practitioners, jewelers, collectors, and scientists.

Astrophyllite gets its name from the Greek words astron, meaning “star,” and phyllon, meaning “leaf” and is a reference to its distinctive crystal habit. It often forms in radiating, star-like blades that resemble metallic leaves spreading outward through its host rock. This star-leaf structure, combined with its deep, submetallic luster, creates a striking contrast against the typically lighter matrix it grows within.

SPECIFICATIONS:

MINERAL TYPE: Astrophyllite
REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI): 1.68–1.72 (approximate)
COLOR: Bronze to golden brown with metallic luster
CLARITY & TRANSPARENCY: Opaque
WEIGHT: 25.63 grams
SIZE: 45.3 x 38.8 x 16.2 mm
ORIGIN: Eveslogchorr Mountain, Khibiny Massif, Kola Peninsula, Russia
TREATMENT: None (natural)
HARDNESS: 3.0–4.0 (Mohs scale)
CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Triclinic
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: (K,Na)₃(Fe²⁺,Mn)₇Ti₂Si₈O₂₄(O,OH)₇

METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Astrophyllite is known as a stone of cosmic alignment and self-illumination. It is often referred to as a “gateway stone” that connects one to their higher dimensional path, illuminating the soul’s true purpose in this incarnation. This makes it a powerful ally for those undergoing transformation or seeking deeper insight into their reason for being.

Metaphysically, astrophyllite is associated with:

• Soul-Purpose Activation: Assisting one in remembering their life contract and sacred mission on Earth.

• Multidimensional Awareness: Helping to integrate spiritual insights from higher realms into grounded, actionable understanding.

• Revelation and Release: Supporting shadow work by illuminating the hidden or unconscious aspects of the psyche with clarity and compassion.

• Energy Alignment: Realigning the subtle body fields for greater coherence between spiritual intention and lived experience.

• Honesty and Integrity: Encouraging full-spectrum self-acceptance and the courage to live one’s truth.

This mineral resonates deeply with the third eye and crown chakras, making it ideal for meditation, dream work, and spiritual integration practices.

GEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

The Khibiny Massif is an alkaline intrusive complex in the Arctic Circle of northwestern Russia, known globally for its geological diversity and rare mineralogical specimens. Eveslogchorr Mountain, in particular, is the original type locality of astrophyllite, and pieces from this region are among the most sought after by collectors, mineralogists, and stone medicine healers.

You will receive the exact piece shown here. This Astrophyllite was hand-selected by Ashley for its rarity, vibrational quality, and energetic presence.

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