Apatite Crystals Meanings and Properties
An extremely good eliminator of toxins, good for the kidneys, supports the immune system, and can be used in treatment of ME. Even stronger mood-lifting effect than other apatites, and encourages creativity.
Mineral Information
Origin: Worldwide
Mineral Species: Fluorapatite
Mineral Group: Phosphates
Chemical Formula: Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH)
Hardness: 5
Crystal System: Hexagonal
Colour: Various
Typical Appearance: Usually as short hexagonal prismatic crystals.
Esoteric Information
Birthstone: Gemini
Chakra Alignment: Depends on colour
Element: None
Origin of Name & Mythology: From the Greek απατείν ("apatein"), "to deceive" or "to be misleading", as Apatite was often confused with other minerals (e.g. Beryl, Milarite).
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