Chiastolite crystal slice - fairy cross

Chiastolite crystal slice - fairy cross
Chiastolite is a variety of andalusite forming crystals exhibiting a cross pattern in cross section, brown with black "cross" markings. Approx size 2.8 - 3.8 cm. Chiastolite crystals.

Chiastolite
Variety of andalusite forming fat crystals exhibiting a cross pattern in cross section, brown with black "cross" markings.
Common alternate names: cross stone, andalusite
Common source - China
Astrological associations; Libra
Chakra; sacral
Crystal qualities of chiastolite; Crystal healers believe the following: traditionally a sign of The Cross and associated healing energies, devotion, coping with death and re-birth, understanding the dying process, change, new beginnings, a fresh start, astral travel, problem solving, creativity, practicality, "when the going gets tough, the tough get going", fever, flow, nurturing "like a mother's milk", deep emotional damage.