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

Location: Canete Province, Peru

Weight: 4.5 Ounces

Dimensions: 2.5 Inches Long, 1.7 Inches Wide, 1.5 Inches Thick

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Epidote is a durable sorosilicate mineral known for its striking pistachio-green color and glassy brilliance. Typically forming elongated, well-defined prismatic crystals, epidote occurs in metamorphic rock settings where heat and pressure transform existing minerals. Its formula, Ca₂(Al, Fe)₃(SiO₄)₃(OH), indicates a calcium-rich silicate structure with iron and aluminum influencing its rich color variations.

This mineral ranks between 6 and 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, offering solid durability for jewelry applications and gemstone cutting. Shades may vary from yellow-green and bright apple green to dark forest green or nearly black, depending on iron concentration.

Often found alongside quartz, feldspar, and amphibole, epidote is prized by mineral collectors for its attractive crystal habit and natural shine. Beyond decorative uses, it has industrial applications in ceramics and has been used as a minor iron ore in select deposits. Its balance of aesthetic appeal and geological importance makes epidote a sought-after addition to any mineral or gemstone collection.