Aventurine, Gemstone,Necklace

Aventurine is known as the stone of confidence and
tranquility. Aventurine is a very eclectic stone and is used
in a number of applications besides that of jewelry. It is
semi-translucent to opaque and its mineral inclusions give it
a glistening shimmer, called `aventurescence`. Most commonly
Aventurine comes in a green color but it can also be of blue,
gray, brown, orange and yellow color. Unlike many other
gemstones, aventurine is not a mineral, but a rock with a
hardness of 6.5 to 7.0 on the Mohs scale. Aventurine is
composed of two gem minerals, one is plagioclase feldspar and
the other is quartz. Both have a sparkling reflection from
oriented minute inclusions of mica or hematite, which cause a
slight metallic iridescence.

One can find aventurine in aquaria, stone buildings, landscape
stones, bowls, vases, figurines and monuments. The name
`Aventurine` comes from the Italian phrase `per aventura`.
This means `by chance`. Aventurine and quartz was actually
used by primitive man to fashion tools and stone axes. Many
people mistake aventurine gemstones for jade or amazonite. On
the contrary it is also known as the `stone of heaven` or
`Indian jade`. Aventurine is a good luck stone often carried
by gamblers and that is why many gamblers place aventurine
gemstones in charm bags and bring them good luck and money.
Ancient peoples believed aventurine to be an all-purpose
healer that could reduce stress and bring about inner peace.
Many people today wear aventurine jewelry not only for its
attractiveness, but for its ability to draw good fortune and
heal its wearer. This is a good career stone for those in
stressful situations at work. It helps to reinforces ones
decision making abilities and amplifies leadership qualities.
It heals emotional pain, fear and imbalance by dissolving
blocks in the heart Chakra. This gemstone is very good for the
lower back or sciatica. A crystal can be placed in the bath
water to ease muscles. It protects and helps to heal the
lungs, heart, adrenal glands, muscular tissue, Nervous System,
and Stress. It is also helpful in reducing cholesterol and the
prevention of arteriosclerosis. This can be used to clear the
skin especially when allergies are involved. It enhances
mental powers, eyesight, gambling, money, peace, healing, and
luck. Legend claims that aventurine can also help in healing
near sightedness. This gemstone is mainly quartz, a quartzite,
usually containing mica.

Aventurine gemstone usually radiates a calming energy, this is
used in shielding the heart and in healing and balancing the
emotions. Aventurine further stimulates creativity and
independence. It enhances leadership qualities allowing the
wearer to act decisively, and strengthens intuitive power. It
is especially useful for healing and for good luck. This is
also helpful in the treatment of fevers, inflammation, nervous
system stress, migraines, eye ailments, blood pressure
abnormalities, hypertension and urino-genital disorders. It
will amplify your ability to focus and find creative solutions
as well.

Physical Properties
The color of Aventurine can be mentioned as Green,
bluish-white, bluish green and orange. Its hardness is 7 and
specific gravity is 2.65. Refractive index varies from
1.544-1.563. This gemstone is the sign of Taurus. This can be
the anniversary gemstone for the 8th year of marriage.

Color
Aventurine is a soft green semi-translucent to mostly opaque
stone with mica flecks. Aventurine also comes in silvery,
yellow, reddish brown, greenish-brown, bluish green and
orange. It contains inclusions of small crystals that reflect
light and give a range of colors depending on the nature of
the inclusion.

Green Aventurine
This is the stone of luck and chance. It is said to increase
perception and creative insight. It is a heart chakra stone.
Green aventurine is usually given on the 8th year of marriage.
It is the birthstone for August and is often referred to as
the `stone of opportunity`.

Blue Aventurine
This type is an Aries stone that opens the Third eye chakra.
It is a powerful mental healer that increases vitality and a
positive outlook. This stone assists in self-discipline and
developing inner strength.

This translucent aventurine often fades in the sun, therefore
the aventurine jewelry should better be kept in the dark
place. This is a very charming inexpensive stone. Its claim to
fame is having inclusions that look like sparkles. There was a
custom of assigning various Masculine and Feminine Saints with
a particular gem for use in talismans. The name Andrew or
Andre is associated with Aventurine.