Morganite is the pink to orange-pink variety of beryl, a mineral that includes emerald and aquamarine.

Morganite, like many gems found in pegmatites, can form impressively large crystals. In Brazil, miners have discovered crystals weighing up to 22 pounds (10 kilograms). The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., features two remarkable faceted specimens in its collection, weighing 236 and 250 carats. Although morganite is less common than aquamarine, large cut stones are readily available today, likely due to its lower profile compared to more widely promoted gems like aquamarine and emerald.

The majority of morganite available on the market comes from pegmatite mines in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Other notable but less consistent sources include Afghanistan, Mozambique, Namibia, and the United States. Despite its current minor production status, the original deposit in Madagascar remains renowned for producing the highest-quality material, with its magenta-coloured rough setting a benchmark for the finest morganite.