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

Location: Canete Province, Peru

Weight: 5 Ounces

Dimensions: 2.3 Inches Long, 1.8 Inches Wide, 1.5 Inches Thick

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Epidote is a visually captivating sorosilicate mineral that forms in metamorphic rock formations around the world. Known for its distinctive pistachio-green color and vitreous luster, this mineral develops as elongated prismatic crystals that can appear singly or in clustered formations. Its chemical structure, Ca₂(Al, Fe)₃(SiO₄)₃(OH), combines calcium, iron, and aluminum within a silicate framework.

Color variations range from bright yellow-green to dark olive and nearly black, with iron content influencing the depth of tone. With a Mohs hardness rating of 6–7, epidote is durable enough for faceting, carving, and cabochon cutting, making it a versatile gemstone material.

Commonly associated with quartz veins and feldspar-rich metamorphic rocks, epidote is appreciated by geology enthusiasts and crystal collectors alike. In addition to its ornamental value, it plays a role in ceramic manufacturing and may act as a minor iron source.

Its vibrant green color, solid durability, and distinctive crystal habit make epidote a standout mineral specimen for collectors and gemstone buyers.