Celestite Cluster - Madagascar Astrophyllite gets its name from

Astrophyllite gets its name from the Greek words

the fibrous form of this mineral has been classified as one of the six recognized forms of asbestos

Each mineral is individually bagged with its identification card

Ruby is a variety of corundum (aluminum oxide) and fuchsite is a variety of chromium-rich muscovite mica

It is also nicknamed "Chicken Bone Jade"

Celestite Cluster - Madagascar Astrophyllite gets its name fromSize: 2. 8 x 2. 7 x 2. 6 in. Weight: 17. 65 oz Staring into the vibrant blue hues of celestite reminds us of beautiful ocean waters or icy crystals of the arctic. This piece will look perfect in any collection, big or small. Celestite is a strontium sulfate mineral, occasionally referenced as celestine. It forms is orthorhombic crystals. Its name comes from the Latin word "caelestic", meaning celestial. Celestite is often formed alongside other