Green Aventurine is a silicon dioxide mineral and a member of the Quartz family. It was first reported in 1837 by J.D. Dan, and its color changes depending on impurities. The shade of green is a product of tiny Fuchsite particles, whereas Red Aventurine’s color comes from tiny inclusions of Hematite.This stone was named after the Italian word “a Ventura”, which means “by chance”. It is commonly carved into figurines, monuments, sculptures, beads, and cabochons for jewelry. The most important deposits of Green Aventurine come out of southern India. This Pear shaped Green Aventurine measures 2.3cm x 1cm approx and is suspended from an 18 Inch 925 Silver Chain. Given its color, Aventurine belongs to the group of natural birthstones of people born between April 20th and May 20th (Taurus). Being associated with Venus, which is the ruling planet of Taurus, Aventurine is a planetary stone of Taurus.