Collection: Red Aventurine

Red aventurine is a variety of aventurine, a semiprecious stone belonging to the quartz group. What distinguishes it is its intense red color, which often comes from the presence of iron oxides or hematite included in the stone.

Characteristics of red aventurine:

• Color: Bright red to orange-red, sometimes with metallic highlights.

• Composition: Mainly quartz, with inclusions of hematite or goethite which give it its red hue.

• Hardness: About 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, making it a fairly tough stone.

Symbolism and properties:

• Energy: Red aventurine is often associated with vitality, strength, and motivation. It is believed to boost physical energy, passion, and self-confidence.

• Chakras: It is linked to the root chakra (base of the spine), which means it helps to ground, stabilize and strengthen the feeling of security.

Uses:

• In jewelry, red aventurine is often cut into cabochons, beads, or pendants.

• In lithotherapy, it is worn or placed in strategic places to benefit from its energies.