This piece of Variscite is in its natural rough shape. It shows solid gemmy green with a chalky outer texture and natural pitting.

8cm x 6cm x 3.5cm
(3.25" x 2.25" x 1.5")
217.9g 
(.48lbs)

Variscite is type of mineral similar to Turquoise, mainly differing in its crystal system and lack of copper within its chemical makeup. It is formed from water depositing phosphate ions onto aluminum-rich rocks. Its shades of beautiful green colors come from inclusions of chromium or vanadium.