ALEXANDRITE - Atlantis Institute Crystals Encyclopedia
Origin
Alexandrite is an extremely rare gemstone initially discovered in the Sanarka River in Russia's southern Ural Mountains.
The chemical composition exhibits Chrysoberyl's variants consisting of a chrysoberyl cat's eye and transparent Chrysoberyl, yet has chromium as an impurity along with iron and titanium, which accounts for its distinctive ability to change colour. The only type o
AMAZONITE - Atlantis Institute Crystals Encyclopedia
Origin
A subdivision of Feldspar is Alkali Feldspar which is typically rich in potassium, and from this evolves the Microcline type, which is mainly white or pale yellow. In rare cases, the Microcline may appear a blue | or green colour, which is then termed the semi-precious stone, Amazonite.
Amazonite is created in sedimentary and metamorphic rocks when potassium-rich hot silica acid cha
Agate is a crystal of primary formation, meaning it was formed from molten magma. This usually happens in cavities in volcanoes where the combination of chemistry and structural arrangements of mineral deposits, atoms and substances pass from gas or liquid into a solid state or by means of going out of solution by preci
OlivineOrigin
Chrysolite means “gold stone”. It is mentioned in the bible in the list of gemstones set in the breastplate of Aaron (Book of Exodus) and in the list of foundation stones for the New Jerusale
Apatite, Blue – Atlantis Institute Crystal Encyclopedia
Origin
Apatite is a group of phosphate minerals associated with fluorapatite, chlorapatite and hydroxyapatite with high levels of a variety of ions within. The gemstones are found in pegmatites or other igneous formations.
Aragonite – Atlantis Institute Crystal Encyclopedia
Origin
Aragonite is a carbonate mineral that is a naturally occurring crystal form of calcium carbonate, CaCO3. It forms from both physical and biological processes, including precipitation from freshwater and seawater environments.
Aventurine – Atlantis Institute Crystal Encyclopedia
Origin
Aventurine is a primary crystal formed from molten magma. This usually happens in cavities in volcanoes, where the combination of chemistry and structural arrangements of mineral deposits, atoms, and substances pass from gas or liquid into a solid state or out of solution by precipitation or evaporat
Beryl, a stunning mineral composed of beryllium aluminium cyclosilicate, is renowned for its hexagonal crystal structure. These crystals often form perfect six-sided hexagons, showcasing individual prismatic shapes. Beryl can appear in short, stubby forms or as tabular plates. While the bases of Beryl crystals are typically flat, pyramidal terminations are indeed rare, adding
Bloodstone – Atlantis Institute Crystals Encyclopedia
Origin
Heliotrope (Bloodstone, Jasper) derives its name from the Greek word “Helios” meaning "to turn" conveying the various ancient notions about the manner in which the mineral reflects light. It has been used in carved signet rings for the traditional birthstone for March.
Origin - the place or situation from which something comes, the beginning of something’s existence, the point from which it starts out, the
ChrysoliteOrigin
Chrysolite means “gold stone”. It is mentioned in the bible in the list of gemstones set in the breastplate of Aaron (Book of Exodus) and in the list of foundation stones for the New Jerusa