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Quartz from Switzerland

Smokey quartz gwindel from the Swiss alps. Very clear and high luster crystals as is typical from this area. You can see two or three quartz crystals stacked together, and even see the slight twist characteristic if gwindels. A nice little Swiss quartz piece.

Product details

SpeciesQuartz, Smoky quartz
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.1 x 3.8 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/12/2025
LocalitySwitzerland
Current owner
Synapse Collection
Synapse Collection
San Antonio, Texas, United States
10 for sale·6 sold

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Quartz
Mineral guide
Learn about Quartz
a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.
Quartz var: Gwindel
Regional guide
Quartz var: Gwindel from Switzerland, Canton Uri
Gwindel quartz, Switzerland - twisted quartz crystals from Alpine deposits, prized for rare geometry, classic Swiss finds, and museum-quality specimens.
Locality guide
Switzerland
Switzerland: Alpine fissure localities yield clear and smoky quartz, adularia, and fluorite, prized for Alpine precision, crystal beauty, and collecting value.