Brazil
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Brazil is one of the world's great mineral and gem countries — a vast source of pegmatite gems, amethyst, and fine crystal specimens.
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Brazil is one of the world's greatest mineral-producing nations — the source of vast amethyst and agate geodes in the south and an extraordinary range of pegmatite gems and minerals from Minas Gerais.
Two great mineral provinces
Southern Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul) produces the famous amethyst and agate that line cavities in ancient lava flows, while the granite pegmatites of Minas Gerais yield a who's-who of gem and collector minerals.
Signature minerals
Brazil is the classic source of amethyst geodes and 'cathedrals', banded agate, and Minas Gerais tourmaline, aquamarine and other beryls, topaz, kunzite and rutilated quartz — a staggering range of fine material.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Brazil?
Brazil is a mineral locality. It lies at approximately 18.5000°S, 44.0000°W.
What is Brazil known for?
Brazil is one of the world's great mineral and gem countries — a vast source of pegmatite gems, amethyst, and fine crystal specimens.
