Barite

Barite – Atlantis Institute Crystals Encyclopedia

Origin

Barite (also known as Baryte or Heavy Spar)  is a Sulfate mineral of the Barite group and consists of barium sulphate. Other Barite groups include anhydrite, anglesite and celestine.

The stone is formed in a quantity of depositional environments and can be formed th

Bloodstone

Bloodstone – Atlantis Institute Crystals Encyclopedia

Origin

Heliotrope (Bloodstone, Jasper) derives its name from the Greek word “Helios” meaning "to turn" conveying the various ancient notions about the manner in which the mineral reflects light. It has been used in carved signet rings for the traditional birthstone for March.

All crystals belong to a

Beryl

Beryl – Atlantis Institute Crystals Encyclopedia

Origin

Beryl, a stunning mineral composed of beryllium aluminium cyclosilicate, is renowned for its hexagonal crystal structure. These crystals often form perfect six-sided hexagons, showcasing individual prismatic shapes. Beryl can appear in short, stubby forms or as tabular plates. While the bases of Beryl crystals are typically flat, pyramidal terminations are indeed rare, adding

Calcite

Yellow Calcite – Atlantis Institute Crystal Encyclopedia

Origin

Calcite is a carbonate mineral of secondary formation that is common to sedimentary rocks, including limestone, yet much of which is formed from the shells of long dead marine organisms.

Calcite forms in two stages. The particles from amorphous calcium carbonate