Aventurine
From Antique Jewelry University
| Gemological Information for Aventurine Quartz | |
|---|---|
| Color | Translucent to Opaque Green (most common), Blue, Gray, Yellow and Brown with Aventurescence |
| Crystal Structure | Trigonal |
| Refractive Index | 1.544-1.553 |
| Durability | Very durable |
| Hardness | 7 |
| Treatments | Dyeing |
| Country of Origin | Worldwide Deposits |
| Quartz Care | |
| Ultrasonic Cleaning | Usually Safe |
| Steam Cleaning | Usually Safe |
| Warm Soapy Water | Safe |
| Chemical Attack | Avoid |
| Light Sensitivity | May Fade |
| Heat Sensitivity | May Change Color |