Amazonite.

Amazonite with its typical bluish-green colour is a variety of Feldspar, used in pieces of jewellery.

Typical appearance includes white streaks and small reflections, caused by its cleavage. As you can see on the rough stone below, it is a translucent to opaque material. Its hardness on Moh's scale is around 6. The most important locality that you can find it is Colorado, USA. Thus, if you are around the area or planning to go for a trip, you can look for this beautiful gem!

Rough Amazonite

Not many people are aware of this gemstone, and many confuse it with quartz. However, it is as unique as all the other gems out there! The necklace on the photo below in gold filled metal featuring a rough and polished amazonite by Amica jewels. This necklace is elegant and it can be worn perfectly with the rust, brown colours which are a must for this season! It adds brightness, because of the gold filled metal and gives some extra colour on your outfit.

Necklace in gold filled metal with rough amazonite by Amica jewels
If you like the colour and need a gemstone which is not that famous yet,then Amazonite is for you ! Rare and beautiful!

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