Garnet - Melanite Crystals Meanings and Properties
In addition to the general properties of Garnet, Melanite is extremely grounding and very protective. It is sometimes used in the treatment of cancer.
Alternative Names: Black Andradite
Mineral Information
Origin: Worldwide
Mineral Species: Andradite
Mineral Group: Silicates - nesosilicates
Chemical Formula: Ca3Fe2(SiO4)3 (with up to 5% TiO2)
Hardness: 6.5-7.5
Crystal System: Isometric
Colour: Black
Typical Appearance: Usually dodecahedral or trapezoidal crystals, or a combination of the two.
Esoteric Information
Birthstone: None
Chakra Alignment: None
Element: None
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