| Weight | 0,1 kg |
|---|---|
| Sales Unit | |
| Minimum order | 200 gr |
| Type | |
| Dimensions (±) | 3 - 4 cm |
| Number | 45 pieces per kg |
| Origin | |
| SKU | 6513 |
Amazonite Imitation Stones
Sales unit: Per 100 gr
Minimum order: 200 gr
Login for price
Amazonite Imitation Stones
Amazonite
Amazonite is a striking variety of feldspar known for its distinctive blue-green colour. The stone is named after the Amazon, although there are no known deposits in that area. The colour ranges from soft turquoise to deep greenish blue and is caused by the presence of lead and water in the crystal structure. Often amazonite has a slightly striped or mottled pattern, which contributes to its unique appearance.
Major deposits of amazonite include Brazil, Madagascar, Russia and the United States. The brightest and most intensely coloured specimens often come from Colorado and Madagascar. Geologically, amazonite forms in pegmatites, coarse-grained magmatic rocks rich in minerals. The chemical formula of amazonite is K(AlSi₃O₈), and it belongs to the microcline feldspars. With a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale.
Sources: Mindat.org, Gemdat.org, Wikipedia - Amazonite
Imposing bricks
Lay-on stones are flat, tumbled and smoothly polished (precious) stones that, due to their oval to round shape and flat sides, are suitable for laying on the body, for instance during a relaxation moment. Compared to regular tumble stones and pocket stones, overlay stones have a more flattened shape, which makes them stay well in place. Despite this consistency, it remains a natural product, so variations in shape, colour and pattern can always occur. This can vary from one type of stone to another.
Generally, overlays have a size between 3 and 4 cm with a thickness of about 1 cm. Almost all our overlays are cut in China, where they are carefully selected and processed. The product photos give a good impression of what to expect. Lay-on stones are sold per 100 gr (1x), with a minimum order of 200 gr (2x).
