About Astrophyllite
A rare titanium silicate, forming distinctive golden-brown to bronze starburst or bladed aggregates. It's a stone of self-knowledge and illumination, helping one to see their true potential and navigate spiritual journeys.
Primary Hues
Bronze-Yellow, Golden-Brown, Brown, Reddish-Brown, often in starburst or bladed aggregates
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of self-knowledge and spiritual journeying. Believed to illuminate one's true self, promote fidelity, and aid in astral travel. Helps eliminate guilt.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Star
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes illumination- self-discovery- and connection to destiny- aligning with Astrophyllite's ability to illuminate one's true self.
The Magician
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents harnessing universal energies and aligning with one's true purpose- resonating with Astrophyllite's aid in finding one's path.
Associated Deities
Urania
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Astronomy- Universal Love- Prophecy
Rationale: Urania's connection to the stars and cosmic knowledge aligns with Astrophyllite's "star leaf" appearance and illuminating qualities.
Nuit
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: Sky- Stars- Cosmos- Mystery
Rationale: Nuit as the sky goddess embodies the expansive and illuminating energy of Astrophyllite.
Metaphysical Uses
Self-Knowledge Meditation
Fidelity Focus in Relationships
Astral Travel Aid
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Geological & Scientific Details
Astrophyllite is classified as a inosilicates astrophyllite group mineral which typically crystallizes in the triclinic system. Its chemical formula is (K,Na)3(Fe++,Mn)7Ti2Si8O24(O,OH)7. Common crystal habits include tabular to bladed, radiating, stellate aggregates; lamellar masses.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Inosilicates Astrophyllite group
- Chemical Formula: (K,Na)3(Fe++,Mn)7Ti2Si8O24(O,OH)7
- IMA Symbol: Ast[1]
- Crystal System: Triclinic
- Predominant Geological Color: Golden brown to yellow; rarely greenish
- Crystal Habit: Tabular to bladed, radiating, stellate aggregates; lamellar masses
- Cleavage: Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]
- Luster: Greasy, pearly, sub-metallic
- Streak: Yellowish brown or white
- Diaphaneity: Translucent to opaque