2.6" Rough Green Nontronite Mineral Specimen Jove Lauriano Minas Gerais Brazil

Location: Jove Lauriano Claim, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Weight: 3.8 Ounces 

Dimensions: 2.6 Inches long, 2.2 Inches Wide, 1.8 Inches Thick 

The Item pictured is the one you will receive. 

Nontronite is a captivating clay mineral belonging to the smectite group, alongside well-known minerals such as montmorillonite and saponite. Named after the picturesque town of Nontron in France, where it was first identified, this mineral commonly forms in low-grade metamorphic rocks, hydrothermal deposits, and altered volcanic ash. Its most striking feature is its vibrant green coloration, varying from soft pale greens to deep, rich greens, depending on the iron present. Add this stunning mineral to your collection to experience nature’s vivid artistry firsthand.