mineral
Aventurine Quartz
Silicon dioxide with fuchsite inclusions (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically reddish-brown to green in color, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, and lack of cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically reddish-brown to green in color, vitreous luster, trigonal crystal system, and lack of cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed through regional metamorphism and hydrothermal processes, frequently found within quartz veins and pegmatites.
Uses & applications
Commonly used in tumbled stones, ornamental carvings, and low-cost jewelry.
Geological facts
The characteristic shimmer, known as aventurescence, is caused by light reflecting off tiny flat inclusions of other minerals like mica or hematite.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct metallic glitter embedded within a translucent to opaque quartz matrix.
