Natural cruciform staurolite or “fairy stone,” found at the Fairy Stone State Park, Virginia. Photo by Virginia State Parks. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Opaque Brown Staurolite Specimen from United States
Natural cruciform staurolite or "fairy stone," found at the Fairy Stone State Park, Virginia. Photo by Virginia State Parks. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Article: Mined in America: Top Spots for Gem Hunting in the US
Credit: Virginia State Parks
| Gemstone | Staurolite |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | United States |
| Origin details | the Fairy Stone State Park, Virginia |
| Gem State | Specimen |
| Color | Brown |
| Transparency | Opaque |