The natural striations that run along Tourmaline's long axis are still visible on the polished surface

pegmatites

Oregon's Harney County is one of the world's most notable sources

This piece retains its natural form

crystalline interior—a geological object first and a display piece second

Green Aventurine Point Patience The natural striations that runA polished point in the color of deep forest moss. Green aventurine is quartz with fuchsite mica inclusions that produce aventurescencethe spangled, glittering shimmer unique to this mineral family. Mohs hardness 6. 57. Color ranges from pale sage to deep green depending on mica concentration. This piece is polished to a point with a flat base so it stands freestanding. Primary deposits come from India, Russia, and Brazil. In the chakra tradition,