aventurine
noun
aven·tu·rine
ə-ˈven-chə-ˌrēn 
-rən
1
: glass containing opaque sparkling particles of foreign material (such as copper or chromic oxide)
2
: a translucent quartz spangled throughout with scales of mica or other mineral
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For luck and prosperity An ideal match for Libra’s optimism and amicable nature, green aventurine promotes luck, abundance and good fortune.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024
The fresh green aventurine beads in this gorgeous bracelet represent luck and opportunity—a powerful, positive message for the wearer to always have on hand (or wrist).
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2024
At the same time, the classical inspiration is tempered with modern influence, with the overall case profile informed by the eye-pleasing symmetry of a pebble, and a moon phase whose design incorporates aventurine to spectacular effect.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2024
The watch face also boasts a moon phase with glittery aventurine.
—Degen Pener, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Apr. 2024
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024
The fresh green aventurine beads in this gorgeous bracelet represent luck and opportunity—a powerful, positive message for the wearer to always have on hand (or wrist).
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2024
At the same time, the classical inspiration is tempered with modern influence, with the overall case profile informed by the eye-pleasing symmetry of a pebble, and a moon phase whose design incorporates aventurine to spectacular effect.
—Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2024
The watch face also boasts a moon phase with glittery aventurine.
—Degen Pener, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Apr. 2024
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“Aventurine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aventurine. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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