Named after the American banker and gem enthusiast J. Pierpoint Morgan, morganite is pink-colored beryl and this color is present due to manganese impurities in it. It has a vitreous luster and the first specimen was found in California, USA.

Locations:

Some of the best morganite comes from Madagascar. Brazil produces pure pink crystal and some other locations include Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Pakistan and Italy.

Chemical Composition: Aluminum Beryllium Silicate
Crystal Structure: Hexagonal
Hardness: 7.5-8
Specific Gravity: 2.65-2.75
Refractive Index: 1.57-1.59
Colors: Pink, rose, peach and violet.
Luster: Vitreous

Astrological Relevance:

Malachite is considered as one of the birthstones for the zodiac sign of Libra (September 22 To October 23).