Non-Diamond / Green Quartz or Aventurine
Non-Diamond / Green Quartz or Aventurine · Roughly Triangular / Pyramidal (Natural or Tumbled)
Not Applicable (Rough/Semi-Polished stone) Cut
Carat
Estimated 2.5 - 4.5 carats based on size relative to carpet fibers
Color
Opaque Green / Mottled Pale Green
Clarity
Opaque (Does not meet diamond clarity scales)
Shape
Roughly Triangular / Pyramidal (Natural or Tumbled)
Overall Assessment
The object in the image is not a diamond. It is an opaque green mineral, likely a variety of quartz (such as aventurine) or a common landscaping stone. It lacks the refractive index, luster, and crystal structure of a diamond.
Cut Quality
Not Applicable (Rough/Semi-Polished stone)
Brilliance
Zero (Opaque material)
Fire
Zero (No light dispersion)
Scintillation
None
Proportions
Irregular pyramidal structure
Symmetry
Poor / Asymmetrical
Polish
Matte / Granular texture
Fluorescence
None visible under standard lighting
Inclusions
Dense mineral matrix, granular crystalline structure
Blemishes
Surface pits and rough edges consistent with non-gemstone minerals
Origin
Natural mineral, likely terrestrial quartz variety
Treatment Detection
Possibly dyed or tumbled, but appears naturally opaque
Estimated Value
Minimal ($1 - $5 as a decorative stone)
Certification Estimate
N/A (Would not be accepted by GIA for diamond grading)
Investment Potential
None
Similar Diamonds
None (This is not a diamond; bears no resemblance to carbon-based gems)
Setting Suggestions
Wire wrapping or decorative bowl placement
Care & Maintenance
Avoid harsh acids; clean with warm soapy water
Interesting Facts
Green Aventurine is often known as the 'Stone of Opportunity' in metaphysical circles.