Blue Apatite Heart

A heart carved from teal-blue mineral—soft form, vivid color, unexpected geology.Blue Apatite is a calcium phosphate, Ca5(PO4)3(OH,F,Cl), Mohs 5. Gem-quality blue is one of the rarer color expressions of the Apatite group; most natural Apatite is yellow, grey, or green. The teal-to-electric blue of this piece comes from trace rare-earth elements in the crystal lattice, and the primary sources are Brazil and Madagascar. The mineral was named in the late 18th century from the Greek apatao (to deceive) for its tendency to be misidentified as other gem species.In metaphysical tradition, Blue Apatite is connected to both the throat and third-eye chakras and to clarity of expression and inner vision. A heart form pairs those associations with the shape's conventional meaning—making this a common gift piece in the crystal tradition.A polished heart for display, gifting, or meditation practice.