Collection: Anthophyllite

Anthophyllite is a mineral species of the silicate group, inosilicate subgroup. It belongs to the amphibole family (see the text on amphiboles).

Anthophyllite forms a series with ferro-anthophyllite and magnesio-anthophyllite. It is rarely found in crystals. However, when this happens, the crystals can be up to 25 cm tall. It generally presents as a fibrous mass.

This mineral is found in metasomatic magnesian rocks.

Anthophyllite has a glassy, ​​slightly pearly shine. It is transparent to translucent and has several colors ranging from white, gray, gray-brown, greenish, brown, yellow-brown to black.

It has a hardness of between 5 and 6 on the Mohs scale. For comparison, diamond has a hardness of 10, the highest on this same scale.

Certain anthophyllite aggregates are particularly prized by stone collectors. Anthophyllite is widely used as a gem. Indeed, once polished, in cabochon, it is used to make bracelets, pendants, etc.

The name anthophyllite was coined by mineralogist CF Schumacher. It comes from the Latin “caryophyllon” meaning “clove” because of its color and the Greek “anthos” meaning “flower”, then the addition of the suffix -ite (which means derived from). Anthophyllite was discovered in Norway in 1801.

No legend or myth is linked to this mineral, the discovery of which is relatively recent.

The main deposits are in Norway, the United States, Greenland, Italy, Sweden, Austria, and even France.

In Lithotherapy, anthophyllite provides peace and serenity to its wearer. It calms agitated thoughts and confused speech. It soothes the mind and relieves stress. It is ideal for people who are too demanding.

In fact, anthophyllite avoids putting too much pressure on oneself on a daily basis in all sectors. It is perfect for people who lack self-confidence, who tend to devalue themselves.

It frees people from the bonds that prevent them from moving forward in life. It gives them the strength to overcome obstacles, stimulates them while increasing their will and determination. It provides autonomy and causes a certain awareness in the person.

Anthophyllite opens the person to others and makes them more empathetic. This shows more compassion and interest in others. In fact, she becomes altruistic and less selfish.

The energy of anthophyllite promotes meditation, introspection and reconnection with one's inner self. It makes it possible to identify certain blockages linked to childhood or past trauma. It develops self-confidence and self-esteem.

Furthermore, it is a stone of protection. It keeps the negative energies away from envious, jealous and resentful people.