Aragonite (Sputnik)

(Flos ferri · Iron Flower)

Sputnik aragonite is a type of aragonite that is typically formed in marine environments. Sputnik aragonite is known for its distinctive, star-like or spike-shaped crystal formations, which resemble the design of the Sputnik satellite. Also known as also known as “flos ferri” or “iron flower”. This unique structure forms as a result of specific conditions in the marine

CRYSTAL HABIT:Acicular, prismatic, radiating, twinned
CRYSTAL STRUCTURE:Orthorhombic
MOHS:3.5-4
HOST ROCK:s. Sputnik aragonite is known for its distinctive, star-like or
ELEMENT:Storm
ZODIAC:Capricorn
PROPERTIES:
  • Clarity
  • Confidence
  • Balance
  • Courage
  • Strength
  • Transformation
  • Motivation
  • Energy