{"title":"quartz from Elba Island","description":"\u003cp\u003ePorticciolo on Elba Island is recognized as one of the world's four classic localities for green quartz. The characteristic spindle-shaped crystals owe their deep green hue to inclusions of hedenbergite, producing a color both saturated and stable. Amethyst from the same locality presents in pale single crystals or delicate clusters — understated in tone, refined in form. Together, they represent one of Italy's most significant mineral-collecting destinations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"prase-quartz","title":"Prase Quartz with Hedenbergite inclusions - Italy","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Prase Quartz (Praseum) \/ Quartz with Hedenbergite inclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocality: Porticciolo, Rio Marina, Rio, Livorno Province, Tuscany, Italy\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:40*24*35mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItalian prase quartz (praseum) from Elba Island is internationally recognized as one of the world’s four classic prase quartz localities, alongside Serifos Island in Greece, Huanggang Mines in Inner Mongolia, and Dalnegorsk region of Russia. Specimens from Elba Island are widely regarded as benchmarks within the global mineral collecting community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElba Island prase quartz is renowned for its jade-like translucency and softly restrained green coloration. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【About the Elba Island Mining District】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElba Island is known for its remarkable mineral diversity. Since around 1000 BC, its iron deposits served as one of the most important iron sources in the Mediterranean region. Although mining activities ceased several decades ago, minerals such as pyrite and hematite from Elba Island continue to illustrate its rich industrial and geological heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond iron minerals, Elba Island is also celebrated for producing a wide range of collectible minerals, including amethyst, prase quartz, and tourmaline. Notably, elbaite—a major tourmaline species—was first discovered on Elba Island and named after the locality itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Brothers' Stones Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42811826044991,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/3779\/2575\/files\/IMG_9825.jpg?v=1767387908"},{"product_id":"綠水晶-義大利厄爾巴島-1","title":"Prase Quartz - Italy","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis prase specimen is from Porticciolo Mine, Elba Island, Italy.\u003cbr\u003eLocality: Porticciolo, Rio Marina, Rio, Livorno Province, Tuscany, Italy\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 89*72*45mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItalian prase quartz (praseum) from Elba Island is internationally recognized as one of the world’s four classic prase quartz localities, alongside Serifos Island in Greece, Huanggang Mines in Inner Mongolia, and Dalnegorsk region of Russia. Specimens from Elba Island are widely regarded as benchmarks within the global mineral collecting community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElba Island prase quartz is renowned for its jade-like translucency and softly restrained green coloration. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e【About the Elba Island Mining District】\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElba Island is known for its remarkable mineral diversity. Since around 1000 BC, its iron deposits served as one of the most important iron sources in the Mediterranean region. Although mining activities ceased several decades ago, minerals such as pyrite and hematite from Elba Island continue to illustrate its rich industrial and geological heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond iron minerals, Elba Island is also celebrated for producing a wide range of collectible minerals, including amethyst, prase quartz, and tourmaline. 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Pyrite specimens from this area are especially valued when found in association with hematite, forming a distinctive and highly recognizable paragenesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn such specimens, subtle surface textures and interference patterns may appear as a result of hematite influence, adding visual depth to the metallic luster of the pyrite. The combination of bright, gold-toned pyrite with darker hematite accents creates a striking contrast, making these pieces particularly appealing to collectors of classic Italian mineral localities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e【About the Benefit of Pyrite】\u003cbr\u003eHistorically known as “fool’s gold” due to its gold-like brilliance, pyrite has long been associated with themes of prosperity, vitality, and forward-moving energy. Its reflective metallic surface and warm golden color lend a strong presence, making it equally suitable for mineral collections and display settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e【About the Elba Island Mining District】\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElba Island is known for its remarkable mineral diversity. Since around 1000 BC, its iron deposits served as one of the most important iron sources in the Mediterranean region. Although mining activities ceased several decades ago, minerals such as pyrite and hematite from Elba Island continue to illustrate its rich industrial and geological heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond iron minerals, Elba Island is also celebrated for producing a wide range of collectible minerals, including amethyst, prase quartz, and tourmaline. 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