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2" Smoky Quartz Crystal with Feldspar and Goethite - Malawi
Here is an interesting association of smoky quartz, feldspar, and goetthite, collected from the Southern Region of Malawi, Africa. An inclusion packed quartz phantom can be seen when backlighting the tip of the crystal.
Comes with an acrylic display base and mineral tack.
Comes with an acrylic display base and mineral tack.
About Smoky Quartz
Smoky quartz is a variety of quartz distinguished by its smoky gray to deep brown or nearly black coloration, a name inspired by the hazy, smoke-like appearance within the crystal. While some specimens can appear very dark or even opaque, most smoky quartz remains at least partially translucent, allowing light to pass through its internal veils and zoning. The color develops when trace amounts of aluminum within the quartz lattice are exposed to natural irradiation over geologic time, subtly altering the crystal structure and producing its characteristic smoky tones.
Smoky quartz is a variety of quartz distinguished by its smoky gray to deep brown or nearly black coloration, a name inspired by the hazy, smoke-like appearance within the crystal. While some specimens can appear very dark or even opaque, most smoky quartz remains at least partially translucent, allowing light to pass through its internal veils and zoning. The color develops when trace amounts of aluminum within the quartz lattice are exposed to natural irradiation over geologic time, subtly altering the crystal structure and producing its characteristic smoky tones.
SPECIES
Quartz var. Smoky, Feldspar & Goethite
LOCATION
Zomba, Southern Region, Malawi, Africa
SIZE
2" long
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#348757
