Geological Profile
Mineral Group: Quartz (microcrystalline)
Chemical Formula: SiO₂ (with various inclusions)
Crystal System: Trigonal
Hardness: 6.5 – 7 (Mohs Scale)
Transparency: Opaque to slightly translucent
Colour: Most commonly green, but also found in blue, red, orange, yellow, and brown
Common Sources:
Aventurine is most commonly found in India, Brazil, Russia, Tanzania, and China. Indian Green Aventurine is considered especially high quality due to its vibrant colour and strong shimmer.
Formation:
Aventurine is a variety of Quartz that contains tiny inclusions of mica, hematite, or other minerals, giving it a characteristic shimmer known as aventurescence. These inclusions not only affect the appearance but also influence the energy of each colour variation.
Interesting Fact:
The name “Aventurine” comes from the Italian word “a ventura”, meaning “by chance” — referencing the accidental discovery of aventurine-like glass. Despite its sparkle, real Aventurine is a naturally occurring stone with a long history of use in sculpture and jewellery.
Metaphysical Insight
Aventurine is known as a stone of opportunity, balance, and personal growth. It gently encourages forward movement while promoting emotional stability and self-belief. Each colour variation brings its own energetic focus, but all Aventurines support confidence, calm, and alignment with the present.
Energy Associations
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Chakras: Varies by colour
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Zodiac Signs: Aries, Virgo, Libra
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Element: Earth, with some colour-based variation
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Planetary Influence: Mercury, Venus
Emotional & Spiritual Benefits
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Encourages optimism, self-belief, and personal expansion
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Balances emotions and eases overthinking or self-doubt
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Promotes physical and energetic vitality
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Supports manifestation and resilience during change
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Harmonises heart and mind for balanced decision-making
Affirmation:
"I trust the process of life and move forward with confidence, clarity, and calm."
Varieties of Aventurine
Green Aventurine
The classic “Stone of Opportunity,” associated with luck, growth, and emotional renewal. Often used to attract prosperity and support heart-based healing.
Caused by: Fuchsite (green mica) inclusions
Chakras: Heart
Blue Aventurine
A calming, mentally clarifying variety that supports clear thinking, inner discipline, and mindful communication.
Caused by: Dumortierite or blue mica inclusions
Chakras: Throat, Third Eye
Red/Burgundy Aventurine
Energising and protective, this form helps increase stamina, determination, and physical vitality.
Caused by: Hematite or goethite inclusions
Chakras: Root, Sacral
Peach/Orange Aventurine
Uplifting and emotionally warm, Peach Aventurine gently encourages joy, playfulness, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Caused by: Hematite/goethite and feldspar inclusions
Chakras: Sacral, Solar Plexus
Yellow Aventurine
Confidence-boosting and energising for the solar plexus, this variety supports willpower, focus, and empowered decision-making.
Caused by: Goethite or mica inclusions
Chakras: Solar Plexus
Disclaimer
Crystals are a natural form from the earth. The item you receive may be different from the exact image you see. Crystals have their own imperfections, shapes and colours and no two pieces are identical. All crystal properties are metaphysical in nature and they can be used alongside but not replace medical advice.