Afghanite natural mineral 57.2g, Afghanistan

Afganite is a rare mineral that belongs to the sodium-calcium feldspar group. This mineral is named after the country from which it was first described - Afghanistan. Its chemical formula is usually complex because it can contain various elements such as sodium, calcium, silicon, aluminum and sulfur.Afganite occurs in various types of rocks, especially in alkaline intrusions. Its crystals typically have a blue-green color, which is a unique feature of this mineral. Afghanite deposits are mainly in the Badakhshan province of Afghanistan, which is known for its rich deposits of precious stones and minerals. Afganite is an interesting mineral that exhibits fluorescent properties. Fluorescence is a phenomenon where a mineral is able to absorb radiation (usually visible light or ultraviolet radiation) and emit light back in the visible spectrum. This means that a mineral can glow or glow in the dark when illuminated by light of a certain wavelength.