Quartz Var. "Herkimer Diamond"

This is a particularly aesthetic cluster of herk's, with real elegance to it instead of the "jumbliness" we so often get in larger chain clusters of these gem crystals. For that matter, the piece has crystals of a uniform gemminess and clarity, not marred by the usual ugly duckling in the midst of most clusters of several crystals or more. Taken together, these qualities make it a very special piece. Ed loved these, and had over 15 examples in the collection, more than any other variety of quartz. All, like this one, were carefully chosen by somebody who's seen literally hundreds over the years, to be extra special. I should say that, as with generally ALL large Herkimer clusters, this piece is multiply repaired (by the collectors, usually). Comes with custom base.

Unknown Owner

Product details

Species

Quartz, Diamond

SizeSmall Cabinet

Dimensions9.0 x 8.5 x 3.3 cm

Locality

USA, New York, Ace of Diamonds Mine

Added on10/23/2024

Comments

Known provenance

2024/08