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Semi Precious Stone Gaspeite
Gaspeite is a relatively rare mineral that are found
only in a few localities. Its light green, almost apple green color is
quite unique and some of the varieties are almost neon green. It may contain
brownish patches which could give it a distinctive character. Gaspeite
is found around nickel sulfide deposits and it is named for the locality
of Gaspe Peninsula, Quebec, Canada where it was originally found. Sources
are Canada and Western Australia.
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Historical Facts of Gaspeite
| Chemistry Composition |
(Ni, Mg, Fe)CO3, Nickel Magnesium Iron Carbonate |
| Hardness |
4.5 - 5 |
| Color |
Pale green, Apple green |
| Group |
Calcite |
| Luster |
Vitreous to dull |
| Minerals |
Millerite, pentlandite, skutterudite, annabergite |
| Occurrences |
Peninsula, Lemieux Township, Gaspe'-ouest County, Quebec and Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, Australia |
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Gem Jewelry Gaspeite
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