Natural ~50mm clear quartz point with high clarity and surface carbon inclusions, visible under magnification. Unique piece from Brazil — the long, narrow profile makes it an ideal center stone for artisan pendants and 925 silver wire wrap.
Piece Details
| Mineral |
Clear Quartz (rock quartz, SiO₂) |
| Dimensions |
~50 mm length (±2 mm due to natural rough piece) |
| Shape |
Natural hexagonal point with single termination, slender profile |
| Finish |
Rough, unpolished |
| Hardness |
7 Mohs — wear-resistant; for wire wrap, protect edges with sturdy wire coils |
| Origin |
Brazil |
| Treatment |
Untreated |
| Type of Piece |
Unique Piece |
This Specific Piece
The clarity of this point is exceptional for its size: the interior is transparent with minimal turbidity. It presents small superficial carbon inclusions — visible under magnification on some of the faces — which act as natural mineralogical inclusions without compromising the overall aesthetic. The apex is well-formed and the termination is clean, facilitating its use as a focal point in statement jewelry.
The geometric etchings on the faces (resulting from partial hydrothermal dissolution) add visual texture without the need for lapidary intervention. The 50mm length allows for the creation of imposing pendants with enough space for wire wrapping without sacrificing termination.
How Etchings Form in Quartz
Etchings on quartz faces originate when acidic hydrothermal fluids selectively dissolve the higher energy planes of the crystal lattice. The process traces geometric figures that follow the hexagonal symmetry of quartz: parallel steps, triangles, and channels with 60° or 120° angles. Each groove is a record of the temperature and chemical history of the fluid in the growth cavity. They are not reproduced in synthetic materials.
Suitable Mounting Styles
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Wire wrap in 925 silver or other precious metals — the hexagonal profile offers flat surfaces to anchor the wrapping; the 50mm length allows for elaborate multi-layered wire compositions.
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Pendants with tubular or open-bezel settings — a setting that embraces the base of the point highlights the apex and clarity of the crystal.
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Collector's pieces and mineralogical specimens — suitable for enthusiast display cases due to its size and clarity.
Quartz in Lapidary Tradition
Clear quartz is the reference mineral in the history of Western gemology. Aristotle coined the term kristallos —petrified ice— believing that transparent points were water frozen in the mountains. In the European Renaissance, quartz balls and points were the dominant optical instruments before the widespread use of molten glass.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice or a substitute for professional care.
How to Recognize Genuine Clear Quartz
Natural quartz exhibits internal variations — fluid inclusions, silica veils, and growth striations on the faces — that molten glass does not. The density of quartz (2.65 g/cm³) is higher than that of borosilicate glass (2.2-2.5 g/cm³). Genuine quartz cannot be scratched by a steel blade (6.5 Mohs).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the mentioned carbon inclusions?
These are small deposits of natural carbonaceous matter trapped in or on the faces of the quartz during growth. They are visible under magnification but do not compromise the structure or suitability for jewelry. They are not dirt or treatment.
What type of jewelry is this point suitable for?
The ~50 mm length and slender profile make it ideal for elaborate wire-wrapped pendants or open-bezel set in 925 silver. It also fits into macrame pieces with a prominent mineral body.
Has it received any treatment?
No detectable treatment. Statement based on direct observation; the piece does not include formal gemological certification.
Is it a single piece or a lot?
Unique piece. The photographs show the exact piece you will receive.
More rough minerals in our rough minerals collection. If you are looking for worked quartz, explore our cabochons.
