Definition of "hiddenite" []

• A transparent emerald-green variety of spodumene, used as a gemstone. (noun)

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• "The company estimates the value of this entire yield of hiddenite at about $2,500."
• "It is noted chiefly for the hiddenite gem, fine emeralds and beautiful specimens of quartz crystals; but gold, monazite and other minerals are found."
• "At one time a considerable amount of mining was done by the Emerald and Hiddenite Mining Company in search of these gems, and with gratifying success, as crystals of hiddenite and chrome-green beryl of exceptional size and conspicuous beauty were obtained."