An authentic, high-quality American gemstone specimen featuring a sharp, translucent sapphire-blue Benitoite crystal (California's official State Gemstone) perched on a chalk-white Natrolite patch over blueschist matrix from the world-famous Benitoite Gem Mine, San Benito County, California.

The Benitoite Gem Mine (Dallas Gem Mine) is globally renowned as the type locality for Benitoite—a rare barium titanium silicate found in gem-quality crystals nowhere else on Earth. This piece showcases a prominent, elevated Benitoite blade standing out against the white fibrous Natrolite and glaucophane schist host.

Under Shortwave UV light (254nm), the Benitoite crystal glows with intense, saturated electric cobalt-blue fluorescence. Under Longwave UV light (365nm), the crystal edges respond with distinct pinkish-red fluorescent accents.

An essential centerpiece acquisition for California locality specialists, gem crystal collectors, or systematic thumbnail display cabinets seeking authentic Benitoite Gem Mine representation. You will receive the exact specimen pictured.

Weight = 3.9g