mineral
Green Aventurine
Quartz with fuchsite inclusions (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, translucent to opaque, with a characteristic shimmering or glistening effect called aventurescence caused by mineral platelets.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, translucent to opaque, with a characteristic shimmering or glistening effect called aventurescence caused by mineral platelets.
Formation & geological history
Forms in metamorphic environments and hydrothermal veins, often as a primary constituent of quartz-rich quartzites and pegmatites.
Uses & applications
Widely used in tumbled stones, carved figurines, ornamental items, and jewelry.
Geological facts
The shimmering appearance is technically known as aventurescence and is most commonly caused by minute green mica or fuchsite flakes trapped inside the quartz matrix.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its pale to dark green color combined with a metallic or glittering reflection under direct light. Found globally, with major deposits in India, Brazil, and Russia.
