Gaspeite Facts, Information and Description
Gaspeite is a relatively rare mineral, found only in a few localities. Its light green, almost apple green color is quite unique and some varieties are almost a neon green.
Gaspeite
This pale to apple-green calcite is considered a rare mineral, mined in only a few locations. It is invariably found near deposits of nickel sulfide, which gives gaspeite its unique green hue.
GASPEITE
Gaspeite is a pale green to apple-green semi-precious gemstone that often has brown inclusions of its host rock. Gaspeite is translucent to opaque. This beautiful stone has only recently been used in jewelry, and is often set in silver.
Gaspeite is a pale green to apple-green semi-precious gemstone, often with brown inclusions of host rock. It is translucent to opaque and only recently been used in jewelry.
Gaspeite
Discovered in 1966 in Canada
Gaspeite is a rare nickel carbonate mineral
Hardness: 4.5 to 5
Color: Pale Green to Apple Green
Transparency: Transparent to Translucent ...
Feel the connection of quartz and tektites to the Dreamtime spirits in the earth and sky. Add gaspeite and opal to receive visions. Also use gaspeite to achieve success. Carry granite for protection and to increase wealth.
[Black opal doublet, the same piece viewed from the side at 10X, opal triplets (note black bottom layer and colorless top layer): Image courtesy of Gary Lowe, rutilated quartz doublet with a green Gaspeite bottom layer] ...
Gaspeite - Light green. Opaque. New on the market. Golden agate - (see Agate) click on link to take you there. Granite - Encourages us to go with the flow, and helps us find our highest path. Teaches us to live in a state of grace.
 See also: Crystals, Mineral, Crystal, Stone, Natural
  
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