Green Aventurine Skull Ref: 0390

Green aventurine is a popular form of quartz known for its soft green colour and sparkling shine. It gets its name from the Italian phrase "a ventura," meaning "by chance."

Physical Traits

• Mineral Family: Quartz (silicate group)
• Color Source: Tiny flakes of green fuchsite (chromium mica) trapped inside
• Shine Effect: A glistening look called aventurescence
• Hardness: 7 out of 10 on the Mohs scale
• Main Sources: India, Brazil, and Russia

Meaning and Uses

• Stone of Luck: Many people call it the "Stone of Opportunity" or a lucky charm for wealth and new chances.
• Chakra: Linked to the heart chakra, representing growth and calm.
• Common Uses: Carved into small statues, beads, rings, and tumbled pocket stones.

Ref: 0390 (For my use only)