gemstone
Tumbled aquamarine (likely)
Aquamarine, blue-green variety of beryl (Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectPale blue-green, translucent, with a vitreous luster; beryl has hexagonal crystals and Mohs hardness 7.5–8. The pictured piece is rounded and polished, so natural crystal faces and cleavage are not visible.
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Physical properties
Pale blue-green, translucent, with a vitreous luster; beryl has hexagonal crystals and Mohs hardness 7.5–8. The pictured piece is rounded and polished, so natural crystal faces and cleavage are not visible.
Formation & geological history
Beryl forms in granitic pegmatites and some metamorphic rocks as magma cools and mineral-rich fluids crystallize. Beryl deposits span a wide range of geological ages; age and locality cannot be determined from the image.
Uses & applications
Aquamarine is cut for jewelry and used as a collector gemstone; this tumbled piece is primarily decorative.
Geological facts
Aquamarine’s color is generally associated with trace iron in beryl. Its name derives from Latin for “seawater.”
Field identification & locations
The blue-green color and translucency fit aquamarine, but the image alone cannot confirm identity; glass or other tumbled minerals can look similar. Common sources include Brazil, Pakistan, Madagascar, and Nigeria.
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