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Massive, 17.4" Double-Terminated Natural Smoky Quartz Crystal
This is a massive, 17.4" long, dark brown, natural smoky quartz crystal from Minas Gerais, Brazil. Both ends of this crystal are covered in cities of terminations that create a captivating display. The largest termination on one end of this crystal has undergone some polishing across the facets. It has not been heated or treated to change the natural color.
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
LOCATION
Minas Gerais, Brazil
SIZE
17.4" long, 6.9" wide
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#219223
