Description
A Grade – Large Polished Amazonite Healing Stone
This A Grade Large Polished Amazonite Healing Stone is a beautifully vibrant specimen showcasing the captivating blue-green tones that make Amazonite one of the most desirable crystals in the feldspar family. Expertly polished to reveal its glassy lustre and natural banding, this genuine piece highlights the unique interplay of colour and texture that characterises high-quality Amazonite. Each specimen is 100% genuine, ethically sourced, and carefully hand-selected for its exceptional hue and polish.
The photo shows the exact piece you will receive, and a 1cm scale cube is provided for accurate size reference. Every stone is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying its mineral type and natural origin.
Geological Formation and Origin
Amazonite is a striking blue-green variety of microcline feldspar (KAlSi₃O₈), a potassium-rich mineral within the feldspar group. It forms within granitic pegmatites, coarse-grained igneous rocks that crystallise slowly from silica-rich magmas deep within the Earth’s crust. Over millions of years, these cooling conditions allow large, well-defined feldspar crystals to grow, often associated with quartz, albite, and muscovite mica.
The vivid blue-green colouring of Amazonite arises from trace amounts of lead (Pb²⁺) and water molecules within its crystal lattice, which interact with natural radiation to produce its distinctive hue. Some specimens display fine white streaks or marbling, caused by structural variations in the mineral’s internal growth pattern.
This particular specimen originates from Madagascar, a world-renowned source of high-grade Amazonite noted for its strong, uniform colour and fine texture. Madagascar’s pegmatite fields yield some of the most vibrant Amazonite known, prized by collectors and artisans alike.
Mineralogical and Physical Properties
- Mineral Class: Tectosilicate (Feldspar group)
- Chemical Formula: KAlSi₃O₈
- Crystal System: Triclinic
- Hardness (Mohs): 6–6.5
- Lustre: Vitreous to pearly
- Transparency: Translucent to opaque
- Cleavage: Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
- Fracture: Uneven to conchoidal
- Specific Gravity: Approximately 2.56
Amazonite’s crystal structure gives it a characteristic sheen, and when polished, it reveals a soft reflective quality. Under natural light, this specimen displays an enchanting mix of turquoise, aqua, and teal-green shades, with gentle variations across its surface that create a flowing, almost water-like visual effect.
The A Grade classification ensures this piece exhibits excellent colour uniformity, a smooth polish, and minimal surface imperfections, distinguishing it from lower-grade material.
Colour, Texture, and Optical Qualities
The hallmark of fine Amazonite is its radiant blue-green colouration, which can range from pale mint to deep turquoise. This specimen features a balanced and richly saturated tone complemented by delicate streaks of white and pale cream, enhancing its natural aesthetic appeal.
Polishing accentuates the mineral’s vitreous lustre, revealing a silky finish that highlights its crystalline structure. When rotated under light, the surface displays a subtle shimmer caused by the internal arrangement of feldspar layers — a phenomenon known as schiller effect. This interplay of colour and light gives Amazonite its calming visual depth, reminiscent of tropical waters and natural serenity.
The texture of the polished surface is smooth and cool to the touch, while fine, natural micro-lines and growth patterns within the mineral reflect its geological origins. These details make each Amazonite piece a one-of-a-kind representation of Earth’s artistry.
Geological and Historical Significance
Amazonite has been admired and used since antiquity, dating back to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. It was often carved into amulets, beads, and ornamental objects due to its durability and vibrant colour. Archaeological discoveries reveal Amazonite adornments in tombs and temples, where it symbolised beauty, balance, and protection.
From a geological perspective, Amazonite provides valuable insight into igneous and pegmatitic formation processes, helping geologists trace the evolution of silica-rich magmas and mineral crystallisation conditions within the Earth’s crust. The presence of lead and alkali elements in Amazonite is also significant for understanding the trace element chemistry of feldspar minerals.
Madagascar’s deposits, like those in Colorado (USA) and the Ilmen Mountains of Russia, represent some of the most productive Amazonite localities globally, yielding gem-quality specimens admired for their intensity of colour and purity.
Collector and Display Value
This A Grade Large Polished Amazonite Healing Stone is a perfect combination of geological beauty and skilled craftsmanship. Its soothing colour palette, high polish, and distinctive internal patterns make it an excellent display specimen or collector’s piece. Whether used for decorative, educational, or metaphysical purposes, it embodies both the natural energy and artistic splendour of the mineral kingdom.
All of our crystals are 100% genuine specimens, ethically sourced and professionally prepared. Each comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its origin and quality. The specimen shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive — a radiant A Grade Amazonite, polished to perfection and showcasing the timeless beauty of this remarkable feldspar gemstone.
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