{"product_id":"emerald-on-quartz-bahia-brazil","title":"Emerald on Quartz — Bahia, Brazil","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis compact specimen from Bahia, Brazil features blue-green emerald crystals crossing a contrasting white quartz matrix. The most prominent crystal forms a strong diagonal accent, while smaller green crystal sections and localized rust-brown staining add texture and visual variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral \/ Specimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald on Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bahia, Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prismatic, longitudinally striated emerald crystals on crystalline quartz matrix; natural contacts and incomplete crystal edges are visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue-green to mint-green emerald with milky white to translucent quartz and minor rust-brown staining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon as a collectible emerald-on-quartz association; this broad Bahia locality is not mine-specific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald 7.5–8; quartz 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eAl\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eSi\u003csub\u003e6\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e18\u003c\/sub\u003e (emerald\/beryl); SiO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e (quartz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toenail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.1 × 2.7 × 1.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.0 g (mineral only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal \/ Display Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Emerald\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmerald is the chromium- or vanadium-colored green variety of beryl, a hexagonal silicate with a Mohs hardness of 7.5–8 and the formula Be\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eAl\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003eSi\u003csub\u003e6\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003csub\u003e18\u003c\/sub\u003e. Its elongated prismatic habit and lengthwise surface striations are characteristic of beryl crystals, while the accompanying quartz provides a contrasting matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Metaphysical Associations\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn crystal and cultural traditions, emerald is associated with renewal, compassion, abundance, and heartfelt intention, while quartz is often used symbolically for clarity and focus during meditation or personal reflection. \u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe prominent diagonal emerald crystal and scattered green sections stand out clearly against the pale quartz, giving this small specimen visual movement from multiple viewing angles. Its compact size and included display presentation make it well suited to a focused mineral collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specimen pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral Treasury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53412551590255,"sku":"MT-0098","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7563\/6335\/files\/emerald-on-quartz-bahia-front.jpg?v=1788316495","url":"https:\/\/mineraltreasury.com\/products\/emerald-on-quartz-bahia-brazil","provider":"Mineral Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}