Quartz, Rutile
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A gemmy quartz crystal, shot through with needles of acicular rutile - much as you would see in Brazilian ones, but these crystals are a very dark gemmy smoky color, rather than the golden color of the Brazilian ones.
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.4 x 5.1 x 3.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityPakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Alchuri
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Rutile
sharp tetragonal prisms with mirror luster, diverse twinning, and rutilated quartz; prized for sculptural form, color variety, and display value.Regional guide
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