Description
This exceptional Russian Astrophyllite specimen displays the mineral’s signature radiating bronze-gold bladed crystals, forming dramatic starburst patterns against its host rock. Known for its striking metallic luster and complex crystal structure, astrophyllite is prized both for its visual impact and its geological rarity. Specimens from Russia, particularly from the Kola Peninsula, are considered among the finest in the world.
Dimensions & Weight
• Size: 4” x 2.25” x 2.25”
• Weight: 225g
Collector’s Notes
Astrophyllite and Arfvedsonite are often mistaken for eachother and sold under the wrong name. This is true astrophyllite, not arfvedsonite.
High-quality astrophyllite is becoming increasingly difficult to source due to the limited number of producing localities. Russian material is especially sought after for its superior crystal definition, rich color saturation, and strong metallic sheen.
Highlights
Radiating bronze-gold bladed astrophyllite crystals
Rare Russian locality
Strong metallic luster and sharp form
Highly collectible rare mineral
Metaphysical Properties
Astrophyllite is known as a stone of awakening and life purpose. It is believed to help dissolve limiting patterns, encourage self-realization, and illuminate one’s true path.
Mineralogy
Astrophyllite is a rare titanium-iron-potassium silicate mineral that crystallizes in bladed, starburst-like aggregates. It typically forms in alkaline igneous rocks such as nepheline syenite and pegmatites.
Description
This exceptional Russian Astrophyllite specimen displays the mineral’s signature radiating bronze-gold bladed crystals, forming dramatic starburst patterns against its host rock. Known for its striking metallic luster and complex crystal structure, astrophyllite is prized both for its visual impact and its geological rarity. Specimens from Russia, particularly from the Kola Peninsula, are considered among the finest in the world.
Dimensions & Weight
• Size: 4” x 2.25” x 2.25”
• Weight: 225g
Collector’s Notes
Astrophyllite and Arfvedsonite are often mistaken for eachother and sold under the wrong name. This is true astrophyllite, not arfvedsonite.
High-quality astrophyllite is becoming increasingly difficult to source due to the limited number of producing localities. Russian material is especially sought after for its superior crystal definition, rich color saturation, and strong metallic sheen.
Highlights
Radiating bronze-gold bladed astrophyllite crystals
Rare Russian locality
Strong metallic luster and sharp form
Highly collectible rare mineral
Metaphysical Properties
Astrophyllite is known as a stone of awakening and life purpose. It is believed to help dissolve limiting patterns, encourage self-realization, and illuminate one’s true path.
Mineralogy
Astrophyllite is a rare titanium-iron-potassium silicate mineral that crystallizes in bladed, starburst-like aggregates. It typically forms in alkaline igneous rocks such as nepheline syenite and pegmatites.
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