The facts
- Apatite is the name given to a group of three related minerals the most common of which is fluorapatite(Ca5(PO4)3F), and more rarely clorapatite(Ca5(PO4)3Cl) and hydroxylapatite(Ca5(PO4)3OH). A complete solid solution series exists between these three with F, Cl and OH substituting for each other. Also, (CO3,OH) may substitute for (PO4) resulting in carbonate-apatite.
The name Collophane has been used for the massive cryptocrystalline apatite that makes up most phosphate rocks and fossil bones.Previously apatite was used as a source of phosphate for fertilizer, but today mainly phosphorites are used. Apatites of fine color and transparency are occaisionally used as gemstones, however the relatively low hardness of apatite limits its use as a gem, making it suitable only for use as gemstones in earrings, brooches and pendants. The use of apatite gems as ringstones requires extra care to prevent abrasion and loss of polish.
The astrological sign of apatite is Gemini.
Chakras:
- Deep blue apatite is important to the 6th Chakra, or "3rd Eye" which facilitates intuition, psychic awareness, ESP and insight. Light blue apetite is thought to open the throat Chakra (5th) and reduce stuttering. Yellow apetite is believe to influence the 3rd Chakra.
MetaPhysical Properties
-stimulates intellect, promotes realization. Stimulates development of clairvoyance, telepathy. Enhances creativity, Apatite is said to enhance one's insight, learning abilities and creativity, and to give increased self-confidence. It also is said to help achieve deeper states of meditation. Using apatite is said to facilitate the desired results when working with other minerals. Deep blue Apatite was once prized as a vision inducing substance.
Apetite is the gemstone for Communication. It fights viruses and clears misunderstanding.
Therapeutic Properties
Apatite is said to be usefull to help improve one's coordination and to strengthen muscles, and to help suppress hunger and ease hypertension.Apatite is an important gemstone for reducing stress. Gem therapists often recommend it to persons suffering from burn out.
Apatite helps to improve mental and physical strength and efficiency.The yellow or golden apetites are useful for arthritis and other bone problems.
