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Aquamarine in Matrix
Beryl (Be3Al2Si6O18)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale, pale blue to light green color, vitreous luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale, pale blue to light green color, vitreous luster, and hexagonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins through the crystallization of magma rich in beryllium.
Uses & applications
Primarily used as a precious gemstone in fine jewelry and collected as a mineral specimen.
Geological facts
Aquamarine gets its name from the Latin words for water and sea, reflecting its characteristic oceanic color.
Field identification & locations
Identified in the field by its distinct hexagonal prism habit and pale blue coloration embedded within host rock.
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