Quartz (Var: Smoky Quartz)

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Some of the most famous (and pricey) Smoky Quartz in the world comes from the Swiss Alps. These specimens are highly prized among collectors, and the Swiss value their Quartz very highly. This specimen features several, sharp, gemmy, lustrous prismatic Smoky Quartz crystals measuring up to 2.7 cm with "Chlorite" inclusions. There is a distinct color to these crystals, that truly is not seen in any other Quartz specimens in the world. There are a few spots of damage to the specimen, but it Swiss Quartz is valued as being some of the highest quality Quartz in the world. 7.6 x 5.7 x 4.3 cm