Axinite natural crystal 12.1g, Pakistan

Axinite, also known as axinite-(Fe), is a mineral belonging to the silicate group. It has the chemical formula (Ca,Fe,Mn)3Al2(BO3)(SiO4)O(OH) and crystallizes in a monoclinic system. The name "axinite" comes from the Greek word "axios" meaning "good", due to its occasionally attractive crystalline structure and color.

Here is some key information about axinite:

Color: Axinite can occur in a variety of colors, including blue, purple, brown, gray, or colorless. The color depends on the presence of various additives.

Appearance: Axinite forms hexagonally shaped crystals that can be prismatic or tabular. Crystals can be translucent and often have a shiny surface.

Hardness: Axinite has a Mohs hardness of around 6.5 to 7, which means it is a relatively hard mineral that resists scratching.

Occurrence: Axinite is often found in metamorphic rocks, especially in skarn deposits or in various zones of metamorphic limestones. It also occurs in the company of minerals such as epidote, rutile, quartz and others.

Uses: Axinite is collected by mineral collectors for its beauty and rarity. Because of its crystalline structure and color, it is also sometimes used in jewelry as a decorative stone.