Apatite is generally a yellow to green, white, brown, neon blue, brown or light-purple coloured stone. It is a highly sought-after precious gem, which for centuries has been widely used in the creation and encrustation of jewelry and everyday items.
Today it is a rare gem hardly ever found in gemstone store but is enjoyed by gemstone collectors.
Apatite meaning is derived from the Greek word for “cheat”, this is because the natural gemstone was confused with many other natural gemstones from Tourmaline, Topaz, Beryl, Sphene and Andalusite.
Natural Apatite rock minerals are mined in Brazil, Indian, Kenya, Mexico, Madagascar, Burma, Norway, South Africa and Apatite found in USA.
Physically, the benefits of these stones are thought to include eliminating stuttering and hypertension.
Metaphysically speaking, these stones are believed to benefit us in ways such as relieving guilt and grief.
The hardness ratio of apatite is 5 and is heat sensitive so care should be taken and has no healing properties as this gem stone was confused with other natural gems.
Apatite can be manufactured as pendants, rings, necklaces and earrings.
