mineral
Green Aventurine
Quartz with fuchsite inclusions (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale to dark green color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, specific gravity of 2.65.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, pale to dark green color, vitreous to greasy luster, trigonal crystal system, specific gravity of 2.65.
Formation & geological history
Forms in metamorphic environments and hydrothermal veins, often within quartzites and schists, over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used for ornamental carvings, polished tumbled stones, jewelry, and crystal healing collections.
Geological facts
The distinctive green shimmer is caused by tiny reflective flakes of the chromium-rich mica mineral fuchsite.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its translucent green color and characteristic sparkling aventurescence; commonly found in India, Brazil, and Russia.
