Amazonite

Size: 3.5x3x7 cms

Weight: 106 grams

Location: Brazil

Product Description:

Discover the serene beauty of Amazonite from the Rio Grande do Piauí region in Minas Gerais, Brazil! This captivating gemstone features a soft blue-green color, reminiscent of the Amazon River, and is prized for its unique blend of tranquility and elegance.

Geological Information:

- Location: São João do Piauí, Rio Grande do Piauí region, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Type: Amazonite, a variety of microcline feldspar
- Chemical Composition: Potassium aluminum silicate (KAlSi₃O₈)
- Age: Approximately 500-600 million years old (Neoproterozoic era)
- Formation: Pegmatites, specifically in the granitic rocks of the Brazilian Shield
- Hardness: 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale (relatively hard)
- Distinctive Features: Soft blue-green color, white or yellowish veins, and tabular crystal shape
- Crystal System: Triclinic

Why Buy:

- Unique soft blue-green color, reminiscent of the Amazon River
- Directly sourced from Brazilian mines for authenticity
- Perfect for jewelry, decorative display, or as a gift
- A rare and captivating gemstone with a rich geological history

Note: The Rio Grande do Piauí region in Minas Gerais, Brazil is known for producing some of the finest Amazonite in the world, with its distinctive soft blue-green color and unique blend of tranquility and elegance.