Schorlomite: Metaphysical & Geological Properties, Images

Schorlomite Specimen picture — Image Credit: Moha112100 - Own work Creative Commons

About Schorlomite

The titanium-rich black variety of Andradite garnet. It's a strong grounding and protective stone, enhancing strength and dispelling negativity.

Primary Hues

Black, Brownish-Black, forms dodecahedral or trapezohedral crystals

Metaphysical Properties

A grounding and protective stone. Believed to enhance strength, dispel negativity, and connect with Earth energies, similar to other dark, grounding garnets.

Affirmation

I am grounded, protected, and strong.

Chakra Connection

Root
Earth Star

Astrological Alignment

Capricorn
Scorpio

Planetary Influence

Saturn
Pluto

Elemental Energy

Earth
Fire

Vibrational Number

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Geological & Scientific Details

Schorlomite is classified as a nesosilicate mineral which typically crystallizes in the isometric system. Its chemical formula is The general formula X3Y2(SiO4)3. Common crystal habits include rhombic dodecahedron or cubic.

Key Geological Properties:

Mineral Category: Nesosilicate
Chemical Formula: The general formula X3Y2(SiO4)3
IMA Symbol: Grt[1]
Crystal System: Isometric
Predominant Geological Color: virtually all colors, blue is rare
Crystal Habit: Rhombic dodecahedron or cubic
Cleavage: Indistinct
Luster: vitreous to resinous
Streak: White
Diaphaneity: Can form with any diaphaneity, translucent is common

Associated Minerals

Andradite
Melanite
Nepheline
Leucite
Augite
Perovskite

SCHORLOMITE

Titanian Garnet | (A variety of Andradite Garnet rich in titanium)