{"product_id":"russian-astrophyllite-specimen-25-63g-type-locality","title":"Russian Astrophyllite Specimen | 25.63g | Type Locality","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 25.63 gram astrophyllite specimen comes from Eveslogchorr Mountain in the Khibiny Massif of the Kola Peninsula, Russia, one of the most mineral-rich geological regions on Earth. The piece measures 45.3 x 38.8 x 16.2mm and shows the rich bronze to golden blades astrophyllite is known for, which shimmer when exposed to light. This specimen is completely natural and untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstrophyllite gets its name from the Greek words 'astron', meaning star, and 'phyllon', meaning leaf, which refers to its distinctive crystal habit. It often forms in radiating, star-like blades that resemble metallic leaves spreading outward through the host rock, and this star-leaf structure, combined with its deep submetallic luster, creates a striking contrast against the lighter matrix it grows within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveslogchorr Mountain is the original type locality for astrophyllite, meaning it's the place where the mineral was first discovered and described, back in the early 1800s. The Khibiny Massif is an alkaline intrusive complex in the Arctic Circle of northwestern Russia, known globally for its geological diversity, and specimens from this region are considered some of the finest in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT THIS STONE IS USED FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the stone medicine space, astrophyllite is known as a stone of cosmic alignment and self-illumination, and holistic practitioners call it a 'gateway stone' that connects you to your higher dimensional path and illuminates the soul's true purpose in this incarnation. That makes it a powerful ally during transformation, and for anyone seeking deeper insight into their reason for being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, astrophyllite supports soul-purpose activation, which means assisting you in remembering your life contract and sacred mission on Earth. It helps integrate spiritual insights from higher levels into grounded, actionable understanding, and it supports shadow work by illuminating the hidden or unconscious aspects of the psyche with clarity and compassion. Astrophyllite also realigns the subtle body fields for greater coherence between spiritual intention and lived experience, and it encourages full self-acceptance and the courage to live your truth. This mineral resonates deeply with the third eye and crown chakras, which makes it well suited to meditation, dream work, and spiritual integration practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIBRATIONAL PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrational testing confirms that this astrophyllite emits the white frequency, with a weaker, secondary violet component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e The white frequency serves as the universal donor, containing the qualities of all other color frequencies in a gentle, safe form suitable for nearly any condition. Energetically, white illuminates and clears the energy body, restoring resonance with divine light. It can be charged with any specific energy quality and then broadcast that quality outward. This is why clear quartz, which resonates strongly with the white band, is considered the foundation stone of crystal energy and healing practices. In Christian esotericism, the Holy Spirit appears as white light, and Steiner described white light as increasing in luminosity at higher spiritual levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViolet Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e This specimen also emits the violet frequency at a gentler, secondary strength. The violet frequency is a powerful force for building up the spleen and white blood cells, supporting the lymphatic system, and revitalizing the etheric energy body. It moves more quickly and penetrates more deeply than the white frequency, and it has the unique ability to amplify any other vibrational frequency it accompanies. Rudolf Steiner identified violet as the Life Ether, the highest of the four ethers, and described its capacity to penetrate solid matter and anchor spiritual archetypes into physical form. Working with the violet band can strengthen spiritual focus and open the way to deeper meditative states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the white and gentler violet frequencies pair clearing and illumination with spiritual focus, which supports astrophyllite's role as a gateway stone for meditation and spiritual integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMINERAL TYPE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Astrophyllite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFORMATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural specimen with radiating starburst blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCOLOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze to golden brown with metallic luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCLARITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25.63 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45.3 x 38.8 x 16.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eveslogchorr Mountain, Khibiny Massif, Kola Peninsula, Russia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTREATMENT:\u003c\/strong\u003e None (natural)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHARDNESS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4 (Mohs scale)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eREFRACTIVE INDEX (RI):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.68-1.72 (approximate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCRYSTAL SYSTEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Triclinic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCHEMICAL COMPOSITION:\u003c\/strong\u003e (K,Na)₃(Fe²⁺,Mn)₇Ti₂Si₈O₂₄(O,OH)₇\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ HAND-SELECTED AND VIBRATIONALLY TESTED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis astrophyllite specimen has been personally sourced and tested by Ashley Sohl, Ph.D. candidate, GIA-trained gemologist, and originator of archetypal stonework. Each specimen at Sanctuary of Stones is selected to meet strict gemological and vibrational criteria. You receive a natural, untreated stone that has undergone thorough evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ LEARN ABOUT STONES IN COMMUNITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore archetypal stonework techniques, lithonoetic philosophy and science, and my original research on the science and metaphysics of stones within the upcoming \u003cem\u003ePsyche \u0026amp; Stone\u003c\/em\u003e community \u003cem\u003e(launching soon)\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that most photography is taken with a 2x-10x macro lens. Surface details may appear more prominent in images than to the unaided eye. Colors may vary slightly depending on your screen. You will receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctuary of Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50836704035092,"sku":"astrophylite-25.63g","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/4484\/8404\/files\/Astrophylite-Russia-25.63g-photo3.jpg?v=1748650134","url":"https:\/\/sanctuaryofstones.com\/products\/russian-astrophyllite-specimen-25-63g-type-locality","provider":"Sanctuary of  Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}