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IMA mineral species Healing crystal

Astrophyllite

K₂NaFe²⁺₇Ti₂Si₈O₂₈(OH)₄F

Inosilicate mineral.

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Astrophyllite specimen
Astrophyllite-224740.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formulaK₂NaFe²⁺₇Ti₂Si₈O₂₈(OH)₄F
ElementsK, Na, Fe, Ti, Si, O, H, F
Crystal systemTriclinic
Mohs hardness3
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolAst
Nickel–Strunz class9.DC.05

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Låven island, Norway

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

✨ 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.

Star-like golden blades associated with self-discovery.

Traditional uses
self-discovery, inspiration, dreamwork
Chakra
Sacral Crown
Zodiac
Capricorn
Element
Air

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

OpalA natural partner for inspiration; Opal also adds creativity. CalciteWorks the same Sacral & Crown chakra, adding energy cleansing. MoonstoneShares the Sacral & Crown chakra; adds intuition to astrophyllite's self-discovery. AmethystAnother Crown chakra stone, used alongside astrophyllite for meditation. Smoky QuartzA grounding root stone to balance astrophyllite's high, spiritual energy.

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