BLUE AVENTURINE

Blue aventurine is a stone that is part of the extensive group of silicates, it is also a chalcedonic variety of quartz, so it preserves all its physical and chemical properties. It is also one of the most striking varieties of the aventurine stone. Blue colored aventurine belongs to the trigonal crystal system, with a primary formation principle. It is part of the mineral class of oxides and silicates, specifically in the group of quartz. Consequently, its physical composition is very similar, having a hardness level 7 on the Mohs scale.

Composition

Like all microcrystalline quartz, this mineral is composed of silicon oxide or SiO2. Frequently, it presents inclusions of Crocidolite, mica and rutile. Although blue aventurine is a stone belonging to the quartz family, it is not as common as other specimens. It has a microcrystalline appearance that is more difficult to find. The most important deposits are located in Italy, Brazil, Russia, China and India. In these places, aventurines have been found not only in blue, but in multiple shades. Generally, the blue color is related to a mixture of silicon dioxide and dumortierite and is mostly mined in Brazil.

Why Aventurine

The meaning of its name refers to adventures, where the first specimen was found by chance, precisely on an adventure trip. The name of "Aventurine", coming from the Latin "ventura", whose meaning is "luck".This gem is related to the reflective empowerment of crystals and the development of psychic abilities it works the throat and Ajna chakra ( between the eyebrows) is also related to the due to its blue color and its relationship with the mind and perseverance and is associated with Gemini, Aries and Taurus signs. Faculties are associated with it to become a powerful mental healer, capable of stabilizing all kinds of emotions and strengthening the spirit, Therefore it is used to overcome bad habits, such as overeating, substance abuse, and dissolving negative traits. It is also helps to grow personally, discovering how to manage life successfully. Among its properties we find the following development of psychic abilities, improves verbal communication, calms the mind, relaxes and calms, addiction treatment, spiritual connection, self-determination and courage, spiritual guidance and self-discipline.