QUARTZ
Quartz
In recent years, Quartz has skyrocketed in the high-end mineral market. Collectors are attracted to it for its wide variety of colors and habits, and the beautifully lustrous and clear crystals. Quartz specimens have been produced in all corners of the world, and it i impossible to truly "collect them all." The appeal of a brilliant Quartz crystal is apparent, and even the most advanced mineral connoisseurs understand the increasing value and popularity of them.
Halloysite included Quartz
Cabiche, Quípama, Western Boyacá Province, Boyacá Department,
Colombia
10.0 x 11.0 x 6.8 cm
Discovered in 2017, the "Mango Quartz" find took the mineral collecting industry by storm. This specimen exhibits the finest qualities of the find; clear Quartz crystals, rather than the typical milky ones, and vibrant yellow-orange Halloysite included tips; a true mineral classic.
Private Collection
Rose Quartz on Smoky Quartz
Taquaral, Itinga,
Minas Gerais,
Brazil
13.5 x 7.5 x 5.5 cm
Completely undamaged, this piece is an elite cabinet-sized specimen. This piece displays a beautiful array of highly lustrous and well defined Rose Quartz crystals that exhibit impressive color and clarity, and beautifully arch over a Smoky Quartz crystal.
Private Collection
Smoky Quartz with Hematite
Brumado,
Bahia,
Brazil
10.0 x 18.2 x 11.4 cm
This large cabinet sized combination specimen of Smoky Quartz with lustrous Hematite is in sublime condition, and exhibits impressive clarity and an attractive aesthetic. The clarity of the Smoky Quartz is remarkable, as the Hematite matrix is visible through the crystal.
Private Collection
Amethyst on Matrix
Goboboseb Mountains, Brandberg Area,
Dâures Constituency, Erongo Region,
Namibia.
9.3 x 10.7 x 6.2 cm
Amethyst specimens from the Goboboseb Mountains in Namibia are regarded as the standard for color. This particular specimen exhibits exceptional luster and clarity as well, and features richly saturated, deep purple smoky phantoms.
Private Collection
