Andesine Gemstone - Gemstones TV

Andesine derives its name from the Andes Mountains in South America, where it was initially discovered. This gemstone belongs to the feldspar group of minerals, which encompasses a diverse array of gemstones including moonstone, labradorite, and sunstone. Andesine, specifically, is a plagioclase feldspar, characterized by its triclinic crystal structure and varying compositions of sodium, calcium, aluminum, and silicon.