mineral
Aventurine
Quartz (SiO2) with fuchsite inclusions
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically green with a shimmering or glistening metallic luster due to platy inclusions, and a trigonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, typically green with a shimmering or glistening metallic luster due to platy inclusions, and a trigonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed through hydrothermal activity and regional metamorphism, typically occurring within quartz veins, pegmatites, and schist environments.
Uses & applications
Widely used in ornamental carvings, tumbled stones, crystal healing, and occasional jewelry making.
Geological facts
The shimmering effect is known as aventurescence, caused by tiny reflective mineral inclusions trapped inside the quartz matrix.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its characteristic green color combined with a glittery sheen; commonly sourced from India, Brazil, and Russia.
