Rare Blue Afghanite Crystal on Lazurite with Pyrite from Afghanistan

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SKU : ALP-00-690

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This rare specimen from Afghanistan showcases a stunning blue afghanite crystal nestled within a matrix of deep blue lazurite, with flecks of metallic pyrite adding a touch of golden shimmer. Afghanite, a relatively rare mineral, is known for its vibrant blue hue, which can range from a striking deep blue to lighter azure tones, adding a dynamic color contrast against the intense ultramarine backdrop of lazurite. The lazurite matrix itself is a member of the sodalite group, prized for its rich coloration, often the primary component of lapis lazuli. Tiny pyrite inclusions are scattered throughout the specimen, providing a natural sparkle and complementing the mineral’s rich blues with a brilliant metallic accent.

Product Information:

Specimen Type	Afghanite on Lazurite with Pyrite
Weight	383 grams
Dimension	H: 8.8 x W: 6.5 x D: 6.8 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.