Green Rutile is a rare and unique variety of the mineral rutile, comopsed of titanium dioxide. Rutile is most commonly known for its needle-like inclusions within other minerals, such as quartz, but it can also form as stand-alone crystals in a variety of colors, including red, brown, yellow, and, more rarely, green. Rutile’s high refractive index and dispersion give it a brilliant luster, which is particularly noticeable in well-formed crystals or when it is included within a transparent host mineral. 

Green Rutile is particularly rare and often caused by the presence of chromium or iron impurities, which can influence the mineral’s color. Its only found in a few locations across the globe including Brazil, Pakistan, Russia and Norway. The name "Rutile" is derived from the Latin word "rutilus" meaning "reddish" or "golden-red," which refers to the common reddish-brown or golden color of the mineral. The term was first introduced by the German geologist Abraham Gottlob Werner in 1803. 

Rutile commonly forms in igneous rocks such as granite, syenite, and pegmatite. In these environments, it crystallizes from cooling magma and may occur as isolated crystals or as inclusions within other minerals like feldspar or quartz. Rutile also forms under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions, often during regional metamorphism. In these settings, the presence of trace elements like chromium or vanadium can lead to the development of green-colored rutile. Rutile can also be found in sedimentary rocks, particularly in heavy mineral sands.

Hardness: 6-6.5

Color: Green

Structure: Tetragonal

Care: Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, it should be stored away from minerals higher on the MOHs scale.

Cleaning: Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.

Feng Shui Placement: Green Rutile is great to place in the center of the home to promote overall peace and attract positive energy.