Prasiolite look-alikes
Quartz (SiO2) variety Prasiolite
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Open the appSeveral rocks and minerals can be confused with Prasiolite. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.
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Amethyst
Quartz (SiO2) variety Amethyst
Also known as: Purple Quartz
Citrine
Quartz (SiO2) variety Citrine
Also known as: Yellow Quartz
Peridot
Olivine ((Mg,Fe)2SiO4)
Also known as: Olivine
Green Beryl
Beryl (Be3Al2Si6O18)
Also known as: Emerald (if gem quality), Heliodor (if yellowish-green)
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