Glauberite Pseudomorph Crystals Meanings and Properties
Mineral Information
Origin: Notably California & Arizona, U.S.A.
Mineral Species: Calcite / Glauberite
Mineral Group: Carbonates / Sulphates
Chemical Formula: CaCO3 / Na2Ca(SO4)2
Hardness: 2.5-3
Crystal System: Rhombohedral / Monoclinic
Colour: White, grey, buff or pale green / yellow
Typical Appearance: Bipyramidal tabular crystals often as doubly-terminated blades or in flower-like clusters.
Esoteric Information
Birthstone: No known astrological sign
Chakra Alignment: Not known
Element: Not known
Origin of Name & Mythology: Named in 1808 by Brongniart for its chemical similarity to Glauber's salt, Na2SO4·10H2O, discovered by German alchemist Johann Rudolf Glauber (1604-1668).
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