Feldspar · Microcline Feldspar

Amazonite

Amazonite is the green to greenish blue microcline used for beads, cabochons and carvings, easily recognised by its white grid veining. Lead-related colour centres create the colour. It is a low-cost ornamental stone that needs gentle handling.

Colour
blue

Transparency
Opaque

RI
1.522–1.530

SG
2.54–2.58

Mohs
6.0–6.5

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