Keywords: Self-Discovery ~ Inner Balance
Hardness: 7 - 7.5
Zodiac: Sagittarius, Scorpio
Chakra: Root, Third Eye
Planet: Saturn
Element: Fire
Locations Found: Russia, Spain, United States
Tarot Card: The Emperor
Keywords: Self-Discovery ~ Inner Balance
Hardness: 7 - 7.5
Zodiac: Sagittarius, Scorpio
Chakra: Root, Third Eye
Planet: Saturn
Element: Fire
Locations Found: Russia, Spain, United States
Tarot Card: The Emperor
Andalusite is said to be a grounding stone that can help to root its wearer to the earth, providing a sense of stability and security. It is said to enhance the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds, making it easier to access higher states of consciousness. Andalusite is also known to promote clarity of thought and help in making difficult decisions. It is said to help release past traumas and negative patterns of behavior, allowing one to move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and inner strength.
In more recent times, Andalusite has been used as a refractory material in high-temperature industrial applications due to its resistance to heat and erosion. It is also used as an abrasive material in grinding and polishing applications.
Andalusite is a silicate mineral that is composed of aluminum, silica, and iron. The crystal typically has a green, yellow, or brown color, with shades of red and black also being present in some specimens. It forms from the alteration of aluminum-rich rocks in high-pressure environments. The crystal structure of andalusite changes depending on the temperature and pressure at which it was formed, leading to its distinctive cross-shaped crystals. The black is caused by carbonaceous inclusions – this form of andalusite is called Chiastolite. Andalusite is esteemed for its durability and resistance to heat and erosion.
Andalusite is a balancing stone that works well with other balancing stones such as Ametrine or Aquamarine. It can also be paired with Garnet to promote grounding and stability, or Clear Quartz to enhance its spiritual properties and promote clarity.