Blue Kyanite & White Quartz Sphere

Description

Our blue kyanite & white quartz sphere is a very large piece with a very unique combination of minerals and a growth pattern that is simply stunning. Weighing in at 425g and measuring nearly 3.00″ in diameter, this lovely sphere will catch the eye of every visitor. We have only found one sphere in this mineral combination that has this spectacular look. Get this masterpiece before it’s too late!

This blue kyanite & white quartz sphere is a WYSIWYG.

For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.

Get to Know Kyanite

Kyanite is a mineral that belongs to the silicate group, specifically the aluminosilicate subgroup. Its chemical composition is typically Al2SiO5, meaning it consists of aluminum, silicon, and oxygen atoms. Kyanite is formed through regional metamorphism, where high pressures and temperatures alter existing rocks, such as clay minerals or sedimentary rocks, into kyanite-bearing rocks. This process usually occurs in mountain-building events like orogenies.

Kyanite is primarily mined in countries like the United States, Brazil, Switzerland, Russia, and Kenya. In the United States, significant deposits can be found in states like North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. The mineral is extracted through mining techniques such as open-pit mining or underground mining.

Blue Versus Black Kyanite

In terms of chemical composition, blue kyanite and black kyanite are essentially the same, both consisting of Al2SiO5. The color variation between the two types is often due to differing trace elements or structural defects within the crystal lattice. These variations do not affect the overall chemical composition of the mineral. If you would like to learn more about kyanite, click this link.

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Please Note:

1. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
2. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences. We take our own product photos at this time. We are experimenting with lighting as we go.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.