Where are the Apatite Gemstone found?

The most common sources for the most brilliant colors of apatite gemstone includes Brazil, India, Kenya, Madagascar, Mexico, Myanmar (Burma), Norway, Sri Lanka, South Africa and the United States.

Apatite Gemstone comes in a wide range of colors ranging from neon blue, colorless, purple, violet, pink, green, yellow and even red.

Like most other minerals, the color depends on the additional minerals in the area where the apatite gemstone grows. The most in demand color, the rich purple found in Maine at Mount Apatite. From Brazil we find the 2nd most sought after color which is a brilliant blue color. Recently a neon blue-green variety has been minded in Madagascar that is quickly gaining in popularity.

The name apatite comes from the Greek word for deceive or cheat, which is apatao. Throughout history it has been called the deceitful or cheating stone because it is so easy to confuse it with other types of gemstones. While this is especially true in the cut stones used in jewelry, it is also true when it is in the raw crystal state as it has been mistaken for beryl and tourmaline.

It has often been said, before you can change something, you must accept it as it is. This is very true for most people where excess weight is an issue. An Apatite gemstone crystal is a multi-talented gemstone helping us attune to our inner selves and accept the healing, communication, balancing and teaching it has to offer.

Apatite gemstone is perfect for those with weight problems for it not only helps in appetite suppression, but allows you to look within and see the truths within ourselves. This is ofter required in a quest for weight loss so you can get to the root cause of overeating.

The perfect gemstone for use on any of the chakras since it can both stimulate under activity and calm over activity and clear congestions in any of the chakras.

Apatite gemstone crystal helps in the development of psychic abilities and helps you attune your mind, body and soul to the spiritual forces that run throughout the universe.

Apatite gemstone helps bones to heal faster and stronger. It helps your body absorb calcium from the foods you eat, which helps to keep bones and teeth strong.

To help ease the pain of arthritis, wrap the affected joint in an elastic bandage allowing it to hold one of more stones against the affected joint. The apatite gemstone can help heal the pain and heal the joint faster.

To help lower high blood pressure, wear an apatite gemstone so it hangs near the heart. Wearing one on a chain is fine or if all else fails, pin a stone to the inside of your shirt.

An apatite gemstone is a great gift for anyone in the healthcare industry. It is often hard for healthcare workers to find the right words to say to their patients and these crystal are known for heling you find the life lesson meant to be learned from teh situation and to express it to the patient in a way that helps them the most in their time of need.

If you recognize within you the tendancy to let your emotions rule rather than logic, especially in emergency type situations, apatite gemstone crystals could be your solution. This fabulous gemstone will allow calm to prevail giving you the time and ability to let logic rule in the situation.

The perfect stone for students of all age groups because apatite gemstones help you to not just "know" the lessons but to experience them, making them more real and rememberable.

Wear one or more apatite crystal while doing any sort of creative work. It helps you to connect with your creative center and create spectacular works.

Does shyness or doubt prevent you from enjoying yourself at parties or in other social situations? An apatite gemstone can give you the confidence to attempt contact with others and give you the feeling of security you need to shine at your best. Add in how this gemstone helps keep everyone in harmony and it becomes a powerhouse for anyone that is shy.

To increase your ability to receive visions of the future, meditate with an apatite gemstone resting on your 3rd eye chakras (slightly above and between the eyebrows). Blue or purple colored apatite gemstones work best for this.

Need a little extra motivation to get the job done? A gold or red apatite gemstone held during meditation can help you keep your mind focused on the subject at hand giving you the desire to keep working till completion.

Create an elixir by placing one or more apatite gemstones in a glass container of water and allow it to sit outdoors overnight, preferable under a full moon. This elixir can be drank to help strengthen bones and heal and prevent joint pain.

Vibrates to the number 9

Astrological: Gemini