danburite

[dan-buh-rahyt]

noun

1. a rare mineral, calcium borosilicate, CaB 2 Si 2 O 8 , occurring in pegmatite in yellow or colorless crystals resembling topaz.

Word History and Origins

Origin of danburite¹

after Danbury, where it was discovered in 1839; -ite ¹

Example Sentences

Tanaquilla Collar Necklace in 18K yellow gold with cognac diamonds and danburite.

From Forbes

The hammered gold cuffs, collar necklaces, chokers, earrings and rings are accented with cognac diamonds and danburite, giving it an ethereal glow.

From Forbes