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About the Stone
The glitter in aventurine comes from flat plates of mica included through the quartz, each reflecting light independently, so it appears as scattered points rather than an overall sheen. The stone is hard and opaque, which suits a piece this small. Flecking and green tone vary, so the two studs in a pair are close but not identical.
- Family
Quartz (macrocrystalline) with platy mineral inclusions
- Hardness
7
- Note
The glitter, called aventurescence, comes from inclusions rather than the quartz itself: thousands of tiny flat plates of mica lie scattered through the stone, and each one reflects light like a small mirror. The green body colour comes from a chromium-bearing mica variety.
Product Details
- Stone type
Green aventurine, undyed
- Finish
Polished cabochons, 6 mm
- Availability
Handmade, ready to ship
- Care
Wipe with a soft cloth. Remove before swimming and avoid harsh cleaners.
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