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Aragonite Sputnik

Also known as: Aragonite star cluster, Sputnik aragonite

Orange

Variety of Aragonite.

Aragonite Sputnik specimen
Sputnik (macle) di Aragonite.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

📜 Key facts

AgeVaries by deposit; many deposits are geologically young
Origin & sourcesMorocco (Tazouta area) and Spain.
CompositionRadiating clusters of twinned aragonite crystals, often orange-brown ('star clusters'). Aragonite is CaCO₃, like calcite, but with a different (orthorhombic) structure; Mohs 3.5–4.

How it forms

Aragonite crystallizes from carbonate-rich water, often in warm or magnesium-rich conditions such as springs, caves and seawater (shells and pearls are aragonite). Over time it can slowly turn into calcite. It is soft and acid-sensitive, so keep it dry.

Mineral data: see Aragonite.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

✨ Aragonite family

Aragonite
AragoniteIMA mineral species
Banded Aragonite
Banded AragoniteMineral variety
Blue Aragonite
Blue AragoniteMineral variety
Brown Aragonite
Brown AragoniteMineral variety
Caribbean Blue Calcite
Caribbean Blue CalciteMineral variety
Cave Aragonite
Cave AragoniteMineral variety
Flos Ferri
Flos FerriMineral variety
Nacre
NacreOrganic gem
Pearl
PearlOrganic gem
Twinned Aragonite
Twinned AragoniteMineral variety
Yellow Aragonite
Yellow AragoniteMineral variety

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

Spiky 'sputnik' clusters are linked in lore to grounding, stability and patience.

Traditional uses
grounding, stability, patience
Chakra
Root
Zodiac
Capricorn
Element
Earth

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

Petrified WoodPaired in tradition for patience, with Petrified Wood bringing grounding as well. AgateBoth carry the theme of stability, so together they're thought to reinforce it. Black TourmalineA natural partner for grounding; Black Tourmaline also adds protection. HematitePaired in tradition for grounding, with Hematite bringing focus as well. Clear QuartzLifts and clarifies aragonite sputnik's grounding energy; clear quartz is said to amplify any stone.

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