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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.

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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