mineral

Green Aventurine

SiO2 (Quartz with Fuchsite inclusions)

Hardness: 7 Mohs; Color: Pale green with silvery-green shimmer (aventurescence); Luster: Vitreous to waxy; Crystal structure: Trigonal/Hexagonal (microcrystalline); Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture).

Hardness: 7 Mohs
Color: Pale green with silvery-green shimmer (aventurescence)
Luster: Vitreous to waxy

Identified June 21, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in igneous or metamorphic environments where mica platelets (fuchsite) crystallize within the quartz matrix. Most deposits dates back millions of years in hydrothermal veins.

Uses & applications

Commonly used for ornamental carvings, polished gemstones, beads for jewelry, and as a popular stone for metaphysical healing practices.

Geological facts

The name 'Aventurine' comes from the Italian 'a ventura', meaning 'by chance', originally referring to accidental discovery of aventurine glass in the 18th century.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its characteristic 'shimmer' when rotated under light, caused by mica inclusions. Frequently found in India, Brazil, and Russia. Collectors should look for even distribution of color and high clarity in the quartz.

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