Smoky Quartz

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A matrix of tan albite is the host for a magnificent smoky quartz crystal, 8.3 cm in length. The quartz is dark black, glassy and gemmy and has a central termination surrounded by parallel growth crystals, giving it a cityscape appearance. This is a textbook example of a fine, pristine, smoky quartz specimen! rarely do you get them in this size range, for some reason they are usually either smaller and slender, or bigger and fatter (with often, more damage). A superb piece from this new find, way beyond the par we have seen to date. And, if it were Brazil or Colorado, it would be double or quadruple the cost, respectively, for the same "look"