{"product_id":"brazilianite-linopolis-brazil","title":"Brazilianite - Linopolis, Brazil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eA captivating interplay of light, transparency, and natural crystal architecture: This distinctive brazilianite from the celebrated Córrego Frio Mine combines exceptional vitreous luster with a striking three-dimensional silhouette. An elongated main crystal rises above the surrounding intergrowths, providing an elegant focal point for this intricate miniature specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts beauty truly unfolds as the specimen turns. Highly lustrous faces flash successively into view, while the apparent color under the lighting shown ranges from delicate lemon yellow and warm golden hues to fresh yellow-green. The transparent upper section reveals the crystal’s interior, contrasting beautifully with the more translucent areas below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe undamaged termination faces are a particular highlight. Well-defined edges and intensely reflective surfaces give the main crystal remarkable presence. Smaller intergrown sections with inclined faces and stepped contours complete the composition, revealing fresh details and reflections with each change of perspective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrazilianite is a relatively rare sodium aluminium phosphate with a monoclinic crystal structure. The Córrego Frio Mine near Linópolis, Minas Gerais, is its type locality: Material from this deposit formed the basis of the species’ first scientific description in 1945. Its origin in these phosphate-rich pegmatites connects the specimen’s visual appeal with an important chapter in mineralogical history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn expressive miniature for collectors who appreciate transparent crystal tips, outstanding luster, and distinctive natural form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn modern crystal traditions, brazilianite is associated with self-confidence, creativity, and the courage to bring personal ideas to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality: Córrego Frio Mine, Linópolis, Minas Gerais, Brazil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 4 × 2.2 × 2 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"weloveminerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58071989289300,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/2291\/1572\/files\/IMG_8775-Photoroom.jpg?v=1793522232","url":"https:\/\/weloveminerals.com\/products\/brazilianite-linopolis-brazil","provider":"weloveminerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}