Aventurine - Mini Heart Quality:Staff Pick a phenomenon known as labradorescence

a phenomenon known as labradorescence

and accessory minerals

with iron oxide being primarily responsible for the red and yellow tones

75mm x 2mm

translucent yellow glass

Aventurine - Mini Heart Quality:Staff Pick a phenomenon known as labradorescenceMined from: Minas Gerais, Brazil Description: Aventurine from Brazil is a variety of quartz distinguished by its subtle sparkle, known as aventurescence, caused by tiny inclusions of minerals like fuchsite (a chromium rich mica). These inclusions reflect light in a soft, shimmering way, giving the stone a lively surface even when polished into simple shapes like mini hearts. Brazilian aventurine is typically green, though its tone can range from pale