A pinnacle example of South African mineralogy. This 382g Collector’s Grade cluster represents the finest architectural form of Spirit Quartz (Cactus Quartz). While many such specimens are found in pale lavender, we curated this piece specifically for its deep, moody smoky-amethyst core. The primary crystals are completely enveloped in a secondary generation of hundreds of micro-terminations, creating a shimmering, armor-like texture. It is a rare 'geological snapshot' of a two-stage crystallization process that occurred deep within the Mpumalanga Province.
SPECIMEN DETAILS Mineralogy: Smoky Amethyst Quartz (Cactus Quartz) Crystal Habit: High-Density Druse over Bipyramidal Points Dimensions: 11.3 x 6.1 x 5.3 cm (4.5 x 2.4 x 2.1 inches) Weight: 382g (13.5 oz) Specimen Grade: Collector’s Grade (Large Cabinet Piece) Locality: Boekenhouthoek, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa
All specimens include a label bearing the mineral name and origin as well as provenance label(s) for the specimen, if any.
Note: Each piece is handpicked for quality and uniqueness.
