Minas Gerais
Minas Gerais, Brazil, is one of the world's great mineral provinces — a vast pegmatite and gem region.
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What it is known for
Minas Gerais produces an enormous range of fine specimens: aquamarine and other beryls, tourmaline, topaz, amethyst, and many gem and pegmatite species.
What collectors look for
Gem tourmaline, aquamarine, and topaz crystals are the signature; the province supplies much of the world's fine pegmatite material.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Minas Gerais?
Minas Gerais is a mineral locality in Brazil.
What minerals are found at Minas Gerais?
Minerals from Minas Gerais include Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Topaz, Amethyst.
What is Minas Gerais known for?
Minas Gerais, Brazil, is one of the world's great mineral provinces — a vast pegmatite and gem region.
References & databases
Mindat.org is the world’s largest open mineralogy database.