The name aventurine derives from the Italian "a ventura" meaning "by chance". This is an allusion to the lucky discovery of aventurine glass or goldstone at some point in the 18th century. Although it was known first, goldstone is now a common imitation of aventurine and sunstone. Goldstone is distinguished visually from the latter two minerals by its coarse flecks of copper, dispersed within the glass in an unnaturally uniform manner. It is usually a golden brown, but may also be found in blue,green or pink.Green Aventurine is like the good luck shamrock of the mineral kingdom. It's a great stone for good adventures while traveling. It helps bring in good fortune, money, abundance and overall happiness. It is used at the heart to open the heart chakra and for protecting the heart. It amplifies leadership qualities and courage to take action. It is a good stone to have in your energy field while contacting Spirit Guides and provides the energy of Love to surround you during the process. It is beneficial for the lungs, heart and adrenal glands.