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Quartz, Hematite

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A large and fine specimen of red quartz from recent finds on the Namibian side of the Orange River - not only showing the beautiful red color that some quartzes from there have shown due to rich hematite inclusions, but also showing dramatic sceptering. The red cap has wrapped itself around a colorless euhedral crystal that is clearly visible as the "stalk." This central crystal is surrounded by smaller accenting crystals of red quartz. Ex. Richard Hauck Collection.

Product details

SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.4 x 8.8 x 7.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Quartz
Mineral guide
Learn about Quartz
a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.
Quartz
Regional guide
Quartz from Orange River, Southern Africa
Orange River quartz - hematite-bearing quartz with red phantoms, brick-red cores, and clear overgrowths; a district-wide classic with amethyst variants.