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Product Title: Rare elongated vivid blue Afghanite crystals on Calcite from Afghanistan

Rare elongated vivid blue Afghanite crystals on Calcite from Afghanistan

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Vendor: gandharagems
SKU: AOC-00-998
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Product Type: Rocks & Fossils
Color: Blue
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The rare elongated vivid blue Afghanite crystals on Calcite from Afghanistan present a mesmerizing spectacle of nature's artistry. Originating from the rugged and mineral-rich terrains of Afghanistan, these exceptional specimens showcase elongated Afghanite crystals that captivate the eye with their intense and vibrant blue hues. The elongated crystal formations add a unique dimension to the aesthetic appeal of the specimen, creating a striking contrast against the backdrop of the white Calcite matrix. The brilliant blue coloration is a result of the presence of sulfur in the crystal structure, a distinctive characteristic of Afghanite. The intricate interplay between the deep blue crystals and the surrounding Calcite highlights the geological forces that shaped these extraordinary formations over time.

Product Information:

Specimen Type Afghanite crystals on Calcite
Weight 2065 grams
Dimension H: 20 x W: 9.8 x D: 9.5 cm
Origin Saar-e-Sang Mine, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan
Treatment None 

Afghanite Description:

Afghanite Crystal is a very rare hydrous sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride, sulfate, and carbonate alumina-silicate mineral. As you may really see, it’s a very complicated mineral with an even extra unusual crystal shape. it can occur in long prismatic crystals, double-terminated as bi pyramid crystals, or as crusts coating a matrix (generally calcite or marble). This mineral stages in color from light sky blue to a dark navy, but also can be seen as colorless and transparent. Afghanite was first discovered in 1968 by R. Giraud, F. Cesbron, and P. Bariand. They named it after the USA.  They discovered it in, Afghanistan. it can be specifically traced to the Badakhshan region located within the northeastern corner of the country.

Afghanite Associations:

Chakras

Third Eye Chakra, Crown Chakra

Luster

Vitreous

Zodiac

Scorpio

Tenacity

Brittle

Hardness

5.5-6

Color

White, light blue, dark blue


Healing Properties of Afghanite:                         

  • Afghanite activates your specific psychic skills to help you obtain messages from your spirit guides and guardian angels.
  • This mineral helps one become greater conscious of the minor information in any surroundings and recognize the actual meaning behind sure symbolism being depicted.



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