Feldspar
Amazonite
Material record
Amazonite carries a blue-green tone with a matte softness that feels fresh but still grounded.
- Original family
- Feldspar
- Browse family
- Feldspar
- Colors
- Blue, Green
- Archive notes
- Calm, Balance
Visual character
Blue-green to green microcline feldspar with opaque-to-translucent color fields, pale streaks, or a soft sheen. The color often looks quieter in shadow and more open under diffuse light.
From raw to bead
Raw amazonite can appear chalkier or more irregular than a finished bead. Polishing gives the surface a smoother luster and can clarify blue-green zones and pale feldspar streaks.
Origin & geology
Amazonite is a blue-green variety of microcline, a potassium feldspar. Its color is linked to trace constituents and structural features in the feldspar; it occurs in granitic and pegmatitic settings.
Key notes
- Freshness
- Balance
- Color
Pairings
Moonstonesoftens the color contrast
Smoky Quartzgrounds the blue-green tone
Gold detailsadd warmth and polish
Care & wear
Feldspar is less hard than quartz and can scratch or chip with impact. Avoid abrupt temperature changes and ultrasonic cleaning when inclusions or fractures are unknown. Clean gently with a soft cloth; for a finished Veil Loom bracelet, follow the care needs of the complete composition.
Curator note
Amazonite brings color without excessive brightness. It is a useful bridge between airy and earthy palettes.