We often feature apatite in our collection as the dreamy blue and green colors are difficult to resist. As you may have already experienced - it is a stone loved by collectors for its varying shades and forms. Currently we don’t offer the following in our line, but the stone can be also be found in yellow, brown, blue, purple, pink or colorless shades.
Did you know that apatite is the defining mineral for 5 on the Mohs scale? At 5 on the Mohs scale, apatite must be cut, set and worn gently. Care for apatite is similar to that given to opals. It is heat and shock sensitive, so steamers and ultrasonic should be avoided.
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As a mineral, apatite can be used for rare-earth elements. It is a source of phosphorus for plants and is often used in the manufacture of fertilizers. Hydroxylapatite, a form of Apatite, can also be found in toothpaste.
