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Quartz

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Colorless quartz is very rare from the Goboboseb Mountains of Namibia, which is famed for its amethyst specimen. This fine cluster of water-clear, sharp crystals looks like it could be from Arkansas, rather than Namibia. Very nearly pristine. Uncommon, high quality material from this noted locale.

Product details

SpeciesQuartz
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 x 4.5 x 2.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Erongo Region, Goboboseb Mountains

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 Goboboseb Mountains, Namibia
from Goboboseb Mountains, Namibia — glassy color-zoned crystals with amethyst and smoky zones, plus phantoms and fluid inclusions prized by collectors.