Properties
Mineral group: Aluminium Neosilicate
Chemistry: Al2SiO5
Color: Various grades Red green yellow
Crystal system: Orthorombic
Mohs Scale hardness: 6,5-7,5
Refractive index: 1.638 - 1.650
Birefringence: 0.009 - .010
Specific gravity: 3.17 (+/- .04)
Other
Andalusite are in particular known for its unusual strong plechorism wich make the stone appear in different colour from different angles. Gem quality material was first found in Andalusia in Spain therefore the name.
Read/Learn more about Andalusite under "Gemstoneinformation"
Andalusite (Chiastolite) in healing
Andalusite, also called cross stone because of its characteristic cross prism-like pattern, is a powerful crystal in healing. It has an earthy energy and is considered particularly good for balance, protection and inner strength.
Read/Learn more about Andalusite – Healing Properties
