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5" Double-Terminated, Tessin Habit Smoky Quartz Crystal - Nigeria
This is a natural, double-terminated smoky quartz crystal that was collected from Taraba, Nigeria. It has beautiful smoky coloration throughout the crystal and terminations along both ends. There are small, fibrous black inclusions within the crystal that attribute to the smoky coloration. The tapered shape of the crystal is classified as "Tessin Habit" which is defined as having a smaller cross section the closer you get to the termination. This habit often occurs in conditions of high pressure and temperature.
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.
$99
SPECIES
Quartz var. Smoky
LOCATION
Taraba, Nigeria
SIZE
5" long
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#207984
