mineral
Green Aventurine
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with inclusions
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale. Color: Pale green to mid-green. Luster: Vitreous to waxy. Crystal system: Trigonal (microcrystalline). Transparency: Translucent to opaque.
- Hardness
- 7 on Mohs scale
- Color
- Pale green to mid-green
- Luster
- Vitreous to waxy
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Physical properties
Hardness: 7 on Mohs scale. Color: Pale green to mid-green. Luster: Vitreous to waxy. Crystal system: Trigonal (microcrystalline). Transparency: Translucent to opaque.
Formation & geological history
Formed in metamorphic environment or igneous hydrothermal veins where quartz crystallizes along with green fuchsite (chrome mica) flakes, giving it a distinctive shimmering effect called aventurescence.
Uses & applications
Popular as a gemstone for jewelry, carvings, tumbled stones, and ornamental items. Also highly valued in metaphysical communities as a 'stone of opportunity'.
Geological facts
The name 'Aventurine' comes from the Italian 'a ventura', which means 'by chance', referring to the chance discovery of aventurine glass (goldstone) in Italy in the 18th century.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its quartz hardness, light to medium green color, and subtle glint or shimmer from mica inclusions. Commonly found in India, Brazil, Russia, and South Africa.
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