mineral

Green beryl (probable emerald-like beryl) in matrix

Beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈; green color from chromium/vanadium (emerald when gem-quality)

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Visible material appears translucent green with a vitreous luster, likely in a polished or wet matrix; beryl is Mohs 7.5–8, hexagonal, with poor cleavage and specific gravity about 2.63–2.92. Strong glare and limited exposure make exact identification uncertain.

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At a glance

Common name: Green beryl (probable emerald-like beryl) in matrix
Scientific name: Beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈; green color from chromium/vanadium (emerald when gem-quality)
Category: mineral
Identified: September 7, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

$5–$30 for ordinary green beryl/matrix; roughly $50–$500+ for attractive crystals, while fine emerald can range from hundreds to many thousands of dollars per carat.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Beryl crystallizes in hydrothermal pegmatites and associated metamorphic rocks, typically during late-stage granite formation; deposits range from Precambrian to younger ages. The Townsville region near 19.3°S, 146.8°E has granitic and metamorphic geology, making beryl plausible, though emerald-grade material is uncommon.

Uses & applications

Gem-quality emerald is used in jewelry; ordinary green beryl is mainly a collector specimen. Matrix pieces have modest display value unless the color, transparency, and crystal form are exceptional.

Geological facts

Emerald is not a separate mineral species but chromium- or vanadium-bearing beryl. The image may also represent green fluorite, glassy slag, or a coated/polished specimen, so testing is needed.

Field identification & locations

Look for a hexagonal prismatic crystal, hardness sufficient to resist scratching by steel, and no bubbles; a refractometer, specific-gravity test, and Raman/XRF analysis can confirm it. Common beryl localities include Brazil, Colombia, Zambia, Afghanistan, Madagascar, and pegmatites worldwide.