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Quartz, Hematite

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An aesthetic divergent cluster of very glassy, rust-red, hematite-included quartz crystals from recent finds near the Orange River of South Africa. For the species, they are definitely world-class. The translucent quartz crystals have very neat stepped growth faces and the interior phantoms at the terminations of ALL of the quartz crystals are stunning. Nearly damage-free, with only the slightest of edge wear on one termination.This Photo was Mindat.org Photo of the Day - 19th Jun 2008

Product details

SpeciesQuartz, Hematite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.2 x 2.1 x 2.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Karas Region, Orange River

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Mineral guide
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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.