1.5" Rough Deep Green Epidote Crystal Quartz Mineral Specimen Canete Province Peru

Location: Canete Province, Peru

Weight: 1.6 Ounces

Dimensions: 1.5 Inches Long, 1.2 Inches Wide, 0.9 Inches Thick

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Epidote is a naturally occurring sorosilicate mineral renowned for its vibrant green coloration and well-formed prismatic crystals. Commonly found in metamorphic rocks, epidote forms when existing minerals are altered by heat and pressure deep within the Earth. Its chemical composition, Ca₂(Al, Fe)₃(SiO₄)₃(OH), consists of calcium, aluminum, iron, and silicate groups, with iron contributing to its signature pistachio-green to dark olive tones.

This mineral typically develops as elongated crystals with a bright vitreous (glassy) luster that enhances its natural brilliance. Color variations range from yellow-green and mossy green to deep forest green and nearly black. With a Mohs hardness rating of 6 to 7, epidote offers reliable durability, making it suitable for faceting, cabochons, carvings, and jewelry applications.

Epidote is frequently associated with quartz, feldspar, and amphibole in metamorphic formations such as schist and gneiss. In addition to its ornamental value as a gemstone and collector’s mineral specimen, epidote has practical uses in ceramic manufacturing and may serve as a minor source of iron.

Its rich color, structural strength, and geological significance make epidote a highly desirable mineral for collectors, lapidary artists, and gemstone enthusiasts seeking a durable and visually striking green crystal.