{"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","url":"https:\/\/auturasol.com\/products\/close-out-palm-stone-garnet-in-astrophyllite-2-5-2-75","provider":"AuturaSol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}