Aquamarine Crystal, Mt. Antero, Chaffee County, Colorado USA—TN27

*This is a miniature specimen--please read dimensions and examine scale photos carefully! The perky display box is 1.25” in size.* This classic miniature crystal specimen is palest ice blue Aquamarine, the blue-green variety of beryl! It is an aesthetic little crystal, and comes from the highest gem field in North America: Mount Antero, Chaffee County, CO. This miniature crystal would make a wonderful addition to any specimen collection, and would be especially well suited as jewelry supply, especially in a wirewrapped project! Locality: Mount Antero, Chaffee County, CO Dimensions: contact me Weight: contact me FORMATION: Aquamarine is the blue-green variety of Beryl--a gemstone family that also includes Emerald, Morganite, Bixbite, and the colorless Goshenite. Aquamarine forms in the hexagonal system, and forms crystals of varying clarity in prismatic and tabular shapes. It has a hardness of 7.5-8, which allows it to be faceted into beautiful and durable gemstones. (It is also my home state Colorado's state gem!) HEALING: Aquamarine has been used for healing purposes far back into history...it was originally associated with mermaids' treasure, was worn by sailors as a talisman while at sea. Today it is thought to enhance communication, courage, and peace. It is often used to cool and calm, and is the modern birthstone for March. *Though many gems and minerals have historical and cultural associations with healing properties, these items are sold for display, study, and collector interest only. Check out other crystals and specimens in my Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhenomenalGems?ref=si_shop