Cabochon of hyaline quartz with chlorite inclusions, oval shape, 15–18 mm in length. The transparent quartz encloses dark emerald green plant-like landscapes, creating a unique internal garden effect.
Piece details
| Mineral |
Quartz (SiO₂) with chlorite inclusions |
| Dimensions |
15–18 mm in length · 4–7 mm thickness |
| Shape and back |
Freeform oval, flat back |
| Finish |
Mirror polish |
| Hardness |
7 Mohs (quartz) — we recommend closed bezel setting |
| Origin |
Material acquired from wholesale lapidary market |
| Treatment |
No treatment |
| Type of piece |
Unique piece · three individual cabochons available in variants |
This specific piece
The chlorite inclusions in these cabochons create an effect that gemologists call a "mineral garden": filaments, veils, and clouds in intense green suspended within the transparent quartz as if they were aquatic plants photographed from above.
The variable thickness between 4 and 7 mm determines how much three-dimensionality is perceived in the inclusions: a taller cabochon allows the garden to be seen at different planes of depth depending on the viewing angle.
How chlorite inclusions form in quartz
Chlorite is an iron, magnesium, and aluminum phyllosilicate that forms in low-temperature environments with high hydrothermal fluid activity.
What setting it works for
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Open bezel setting in 925 silver — a thin bezel that leaves the perimeter minimally covered allows side light to enter from the sides and activate the green inclusions, making them shine from within.
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Collector pendants — pieces like these, with visible mineral inclusions, work best as unique and central pieces of a design rather than as part of a repeated set.
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Organic style wire wrap — a spiral wire wrap around the perimeter of the cabochon complements the natural look of the internal garden, creating a dialogue between the outer wire and the inner plant forms.
Included quartz in lapidary tradition
Included quartz has fascinated lapidaries and collectors since antiquity. In imperial Rome, "quartz gardens"—as Latin writers called them—were collector's items among patricians.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
How to recognize genuine chlorite quartz
Genuine chlorite inclusions in quartz are suspended within the transparent mass and cannot be extracted or altered: they are an integral part of the crystal. Under magnification, the filaments have irregular edges and random distribution, never a repeated geometric pattern.
Frequently asked questions
Are the inclusions stable within the quartz?
Yes. Chlorite inclusions are solid and an integral part of the quartz structure. They do not migrate, change color over time, or alter with normal jewelry use.
Is the quartz color-treated?
No detectable treatment. The green color comes exclusively from natural chlorite inclusions. Statement based on lapidary observation; no formal gemological certification.
Which of the three variants has the most inclusions?
Each variant is an individual piece with its own distribution of inclusions. The product photograph shows each piece; select the variant that best fits the desired design.
Are the dimensions exact?
They are indicative with a tolerance of ±0.5 mm. Measure with a caliper before preparing the bezel.
Can I see the internal garden from both sides of the cabochon?
From the front (polished dome), the inclusions are perfectly clear. The flat back may also be visible in certain open settings; the transparency of the quartz allows light to pass through the piece.
How to care for it?
Soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid ultrasonics (they can fracture inclusions due to vibration). Consult our jewelry care guide.
See also: cabochon collection · lapidary section.
