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Apophyllite
 

Although not that well known by the general public, Apophyllite is quite popular among collectors. It is a classic mineral whose name means “to leaf apart” in Greek. It was given the name because of the way its crystals peel or flake when heated. This result is due to the loss of water molecules.
 

Apophyllite is not actually an official mineral name, but rather the name given to a group of three different minerals that are similar in their chemistry and physical properties: Fluor-Apophyllite, Hydroxy-Apophyllite and Natro-Apophyllite.
 

Fluor-Apophyllite, the most colorful variant, is the type most commonly referred to as simply “Apophyllite”. Hailing from the U.S. this rare and relatively unknown gemstone can be colorless, white, green, yellow or violet. Some specimens fluoresce pale green or yellow under ultra-violet light, a characteristic never found in the other two types of Apophyllite.
 

Apophyllite relates to the heart chakra. It is believed to bring love and uplifting energy, and is thus used by crystal healers to alleviate depression.
 

Apophyllite is also quite popular among rare gem collectors due to its beauty, bright luster and interesting crystal habit.
 


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