2.75" Russian Amazonite Sphere TF98

2.75" Amazonite SphereDiameter: 2.75 inchesApprox. Weight: 421 gramsLocality: Kola Peninsula, Murmansk Oblast, RussiaIncludes a free wood sphere stand! Amazonite is a green to blue-green variety of microcline feldspar, a mineral belonging to the alkali feldspar group. It is primarily found in regions like Russia, Brazil, and the United States. Historically, amazonite was popular among ancient cultures for ornamental carvings and jewelry. Composed of potassium aluminum silicate, amazonite exhibits a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale. Its distinctive green color comes from the presence of lead or copper impurities. Amazonite is known for its attractive appearance and has been used in various decorative and lapidary applications, often fashioned into cabochons, beads, and other ornamental items.