A member of the quartz family with small inclusions of platy minerals such as mica. The inclusions reflect and scatter light within the stone to produce an glittering phenomenon known as "aventuresence". The color varies from a deep pink to burgundy. Hardness is 6-7
Metaphysically it has the basic qualities of all aventurine as well as additional qualities due to it's color and composition. Purple Aventurine is believed to reduce negative thoughts and to encourage a positive attitude. It is said to be able to diffuse a negative situation and to turn it around.