Minerals from Brazil.
Brazil is one of the major sources of collectible minerals. Its numerous deposits, particularly those of Minas Gerais, are known for the diversity of their crystal formations. This category brings together a selection of minerals from Brazil, including tourmaline, topaz, aquamarine, amethyst, quartz, mica and various mineral associations.
The minerals from Brazil currently available are displayed a little further down this page, with their photos and videos.
Minas Gerais: tourmaline, topaz and aquamarine
A significant proportion of the specimens offered comes from Minas Gerais, a region particularly known for its mineral-rich pegmatites. These deposits have produced numerous tourmalines in a wide range of colours, as well as aquamarine, topaz and quartz.
The selection includes bicolour and multicolour tourmalines, aquamarines, topaz specimens and several associations with quartz, mica or calcite. These pieces illustrate the diversity of Brazilian minerals represented in this category.
Amethyst, quartz and other minerals from Brazil
Brazil is also well represented by amethyst, quartz and various mineral associations. Some specimens combine calcite and amethyst, while others feature tourmaline with quartz or well-developed mica crystals.