{"title":"Stone Type - Astrophyllite","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1pc-astrophyllite-firework-palm-stone-blue-golden-sparkling-pocket-crystal-bohemian-style-for-home-table-decor-ideal-christmas-thanksgiving-housewarming-gift-crystal-decor","title":"Astrophyllite Palm Stone - 2.2 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Astrophyllite Palm Stone is a smooth, polished flattened oval shaped from a dark, near-black matrix shot through with golden-bronze blades that radiate outward in a star-burst, firework-like pattern. The metallic blades catch the light at different angles as the piece is turned, and the polish brings out their fine, fanning structure across the stone's surface. Palm-sized and comfortably rounded, the Astrophyllite Palm Stone is a striking, unusual piece to hold or set on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAstrophyllite is traditionally associated with intuition, spiritual awareness, and personal transformation, regarded as a stone for inner work and self-knowledge. As a Palm Stone it suits holding during quiet reflection, keeping nearby for focused intention, or setting out as a display piece, and its radiating golden pattern gives it a dramatic, distinctive character. Its genuine rarity adds to its appeal for collectors and practitioners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPrimary Focus: Intuition \u0026amp; Spiritual Awareness\u003cbr\u003e\nSecondary Focus: Transformation \u0026amp; Growth\u003cbr\u003e\nChakra Association: Crown, Third Eye\u003cbr\u003e\nZodiac Sign: Scorpio, Sagittarius\u003cbr\u003e\nChinese Zodiac: Dragon, Snake\u003cbr\u003e\nRuling Planet: Uranus\u003cbr\u003e\nElements: Fire, Air\u003cbr\u003e\nMohs Hardness: 3-3.5\u003cbr\u003e\nStone Family: Titanium Silicate\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Astrophyllite\u003cbr\u003e\nForm: Palm Stone\u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Size: 55 mm (2.2 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Weight: 54-55 g\u003cbr\u003e\nListing: Single unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAstrophyllite is a rare titanium inosilicate that forms radiating, blade-like crystals, with a low Mohs hardness of 3 to 3.5. Its golden to bronze metallic blades fan out in a star-burst pattern against a dark felsic matrix, a colour arrangement that gives the stone its name, from the Greek astron, meaning star, and phyllon, meaning leaf. It forms in pegmatites and nepheline syenites and was first described in 1844. It occurs naturally with no treatment applied. Sources include Norway, Russia, and Greenland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach natural stone is selected for its authenticity, geological integrity, and energetic clarity. Natural variations in colour, structure, inclusions, and surface features are inherent to geological materials and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Any known treatments, enhancements, stabilization, or man-made characteristics are clearly disclosed within the product information where applicable. Every piece is inspected and photographed to reflect its true character; however, lighting conditions, screen settings, and natural variation may cause slight differences in appearance. If you have any questions about a piece before completing your purchase, we're always here to help. Where authenticity meets beauty, we tell you exactly what you're holding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuturaSol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46880087671014,"sku":"FM2446512-AS-B1-E14","price":18.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep2_2026_09_22_53PM.png?v=1788355382"},{"product_id":"close-out-palm-stone-garnet-in-astrophyllite-2-5-2-75","title":"Garnet in Astrophyllite Palm Stone - 2.25-2.5 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Garnet in Astrophyllite Palm Stone sets radiating bronze-to-gold Astrophyllite blades against a dark matrix, with deep-red Garnet inclusions adding points of colour, all polished to a smooth, flattened-oval palm stone form. The metallic blades fan out in starburst patterns that shift as the stone is turned in the hand. At this size the piece sits comfortably against the palm and shows its mineral structure in full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarnet in Astrophyllite is traditionally associated with insight and transformation held within a grounded steadiness, combining Astrophyllite's reputation for heightened awareness with Garnet's connection to energy. It is often chosen for reflective or meditative practice, held in the hand during quiet focus or kept as a desk piece. The bold blade-and-inclusion pattern also makes it a striking object to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPrimary Focus: Intuition \u0026amp; Spiritual Awareness\u003cbr\u003e\nSecondary Focus: Transformation \u0026amp; Growth\u003cbr\u003e\nChakra Association: Crown, Third Eye\u003cbr\u003e\nBirthstone: January\u003cbr\u003e\nZodiac Sign: Scorpio, Sagittarius\u003cbr\u003e\nRuling Planet: Uranus\u003cbr\u003e\nElements: Fire, Air\u003cbr\u003e\nMohs Hardness: 3-7.5 (variable; soft astrophyllite, harder garnet)\u003cbr\u003e\nStone Family: Titanium Silicate combined with Garnet\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Garnet in Astrophyllite\u003cbr\u003e\nForm: Palm Stone\u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Size: 58-65 mm (2.3-2.6 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Weight: 135 g\u003cbr\u003e\nListing: Single unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGarnet in Astrophyllite is a natural combination of two distinct minerals rather than a single species. Astrophyllite is a rare titanium inosilicate that forms radiating, blade-like golden-bronze crystals within felsic igneous rocks such as nepheline syenites and pegmatites; it is soft, around Mohs 3 to 3.5, first described in 1844, its name drawn from the Greek astron, star, and phyllon, leaf, for its star-burst form. The deep-red Garnet inclusions are considerably harder, roughly Mohs 6.5 to 7.5, giving the combined stone a wide, variable hardness range. Garnet is among the oldest continuously used gemstones and the traditional birthstone for January. As a mineral combination rather than a catalogued single stone, this piece is described from the properties of its component minerals, with Astrophyllite's data forming the primary metaphysical profile. Astrophyllite is primarily sourced from Norway, Russia, and Greenland, forming within felsic igneous host rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach natural stone is selected for its authenticity, geological integrity, and energetic clarity. Natural variations in colour, structure, inclusions, and surface features are inherent to geological materials and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Any known treatments, enhancements, stabilization, or man-made characteristics are clearly disclosed within the product information where applicable. Every piece is inspected and photographed to reflect its true character; however, lighting conditions, screen settings, and natural variation may cause slight differences in appearance. If you have any questions about a piece before completing your purchase, we're always here to help. Where authenticity meets beauty, we tell you exactly what you're holding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AuturaSol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46887969161446,"sku":"30123096-AS-B1-C6","price":25.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/image_12dbdcd3-2eeb-40df-a9ec-49b77e1ed858.png?v=1788436541"},{"product_id":"mariam-jasper-gemstone-tower-obelisk-4-sided","title":"Mariam Jasper Crystal Tower - 3 inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Astrophyllite Crystal Tower is polished into a faceted, single-terminated point showing golden to bronze radiating blade crystals set against a dark felsic matrix in a starburst pattern. Each Tower is drawn from a lot, so the density and alignment of the blades and the exact size and weight vary from piece to piece. It sits comfortably in the hand or on a shelf, catching light along the metallic blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAstrophyllite is traditionally associated with Intuition and Spiritual Awareness, valued as a rare and introspective stone. It is commonly kept for Transformation and Growth and used as a focal point for insight and inner change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPrimary Focus: Intuition \u0026amp; Spiritual Awareness\u003cbr\u003e\nSecondary Focus: Transformation \u0026amp; Growth\u003cbr\u003e\nChakra Association: Crown, Third Eye\u003cbr\u003e\nZodiac Sign: Scorpio, Sagittarius\u003cbr\u003e\nChinese Zodiac: Dragon, Snake\u003cbr\u003e\nRuling Planet: Uranus\u003cbr\u003e\nElements: Fire, Air\u003cbr\u003e\nMohs Hardness: 3 - 3.5\u003cbr\u003e\nStone Family: Titanium Silicate\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Natural Astrophyllite\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Norway, Russia, Greenland\u003cbr\u003e\nForm: Tower\u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: Polished\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Size: 77 - 92 mm (3.0 - 3.6 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate Weight: 91 - 117 g per piece\u003cbr\u003e\nListing: Lot of approximately 7 to 9 pieces, sold by weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAstrophyllite is a rare titanium silicate that forms golden to bronze radiating blade crystals against a dark felsic matrix, giving the characteristic starburst pattern, with a Mohs hardness of 3 to 3.5. It was first described in 1844 and forms in pegmatites and nepheline syenites, and its name comes from the Greek astron, meaning star, and phyllon, meaning leaf, reflecting the star-like radiating appearance of the bladed crystals. Material of this dark, radiating appearance is sometimes sold under the name arfvedsonite when the matrix dominates. This tower form is also sold as an Obelisk or a Point, all describing the same faceted, single-terminated cut. Principal sources include Norway, Russia, and Greenland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuturaSol Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEach natural stone is selected for its authenticity, geological integrity, and energetic clarity. Natural variations in colour, structure, inclusions, and surface features are inherent to geological materials and contribute to the individuality of each piece. Any known treatments, enhancements, stabilization, or man-made characteristics are clearly disclosed within the product information where applicable. Every piece is inspected and photographed to reflect its true character; however, lighting conditions, screen settings, and natural variation may cause slight differences in appearance. If you have any questions about a piece before completing your purchase, we're always here to help. Where authenticity meets beauty, we tell you exactly what you're holding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAstrophyllite is soft at Mohs 3 to 3.5 and can scratch or flake along its bladed structure. Handle it gently and store it away from harder stones.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quasar Gems USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47722486595814,"sku":"CHT69991-AS-G2-A28","price":23.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/7200\/5350\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-06-30T223448.773.jpg?v=1782839156"}],"url":"https:\/\/auturasol.com\/collections\/stone-type-astrophyllite.oembed","provider":"AuturaSol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}