Aventurine
What Is Aventurine?
Aventurine is a form of quartz known for its "inclusions", little specks of other substances that cause it to seem to glisten and sparkle.There are numerous forms of aventurine that vary considerably in colour and appearance. The basic rock is found in an assortment of colours and can be either translucent or opaque. The best known form of aventurine is green in colour but other hues include blue, brown and various reds from peachy pink to near purple. The colour and intensity of the sparkle also varies as this depends on the nature of the inclusions. A shiny blue-green effect is common.
Most aventurine originates from India and the green variety is sometimes called "Indian jade". Despite the similarity of colour the two are very different minerals so make sure you know what you're buying.
Uses
Although there are many uses for aventurine - including building and sculpture - it's primarily known as a gemstone. Aventurine chips or polished stones are used in a variety of jewelry for sale today including rings, bracelets and bead necklaces.
Properties
Folklore has attributed various properties and meanings to natural aventurine stones. It's often said to be lucky and to encourage prosperity. Some have also said that it can help to promote healing.Because of the associatons with luck and health many people like to wear amulets and pendants made from aventurine or simply to keep a polished stone in their pocket.