Fulgurite
A species of Metamorphic, Also known as Petrified Lightning, Astrapialith Scientific name : Fulgurite RockType : Metamorphic
Fulgurite, A species of Metamorphic
Also known as:
Petrified Lightning, Astrapialith
Scientific name: Fulgurite
RockType: Metamorphic
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Description General Info
Description
Commonly known as "fossilized lightning," fulgurite is a natural tube or crust made of sand, fused in the heat from a lightning strike. These irregular, glassy structures are found in many localities around the world, including the Sahara desert. Fulgurite is often used in the jewelry industry, particularly for pendants.
Physical Properties
Colors
Brown, yellow-brown, grey
Texture
NonFoliated
Chemical Properties
Formula
SiO2
Elements listed
Si, O
Silica (SiO2) Content
100 %
Common Impurities
Ti, Al
General Info
Healing Properties
Fulgurite is supposedly highly shamanic, allowing interaction between the possessor and the spiritual world. The stone's vibrational energy may result in a Kundalini awakening, potentially generating a higher internal awareness and feelings of inner strength. The belief is that fulgurite connects particularly with the third eye and throat chakras, inciting enlightenment, aiding communication, and healing physical discomforts of the throat area.
Usage
Fulgurite is a rare glassy material produced when lightning strikes sandy materials. Its scarcity and exotic provenance make examples of this material highly collectible for mineral enthusiasts, and good examples change hands for substantial sums.
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