Blue Apatite Coffin Ref: 0396

What is Blue Apatite?

Blue Apatite is a natural calcium phosphate mineral prized for its striking ocean-blue, teal, and turquoise colours — a gem that deceives the eye and captivates the soul.

Scientific Properties

• Chemical Composition: Calcium phosphate, Ca₅(PO₄)₃(OH,F,Cl)
• Mohs Hardness: 5 — relatively soft and the index mineral for this hardness level
• Crystal System: Hexagonal
• Luster: Vitreous (glass-like) to slightly greasy
• Name Origin: From the Greek apatē meaning "to deceive" — often mistaken for aquamarine, tourmaline, or peridot
• Major Sources: Madagascar, Norway, Brazil, Mexico, India, and Russia

Uses & Limitations

• Jewellery: Due to its softness, best suited for earrings, pendants, or occasional-wear rings with protective bezel settings
• Industrial & Medical: Primary source of phosphorus for fertilizers; synthetic hydroxylapatite is used in bone and dental implant coatings

Metaphysical Associations

• Symbolism: A stone of motivation, personal growth, communication, and inspiration
• Chakra: Connected with the Throat Chakra (clear expression) and the Third Eye Chakra

Ref: 0396 (For my use only)