{"product_id":"cuarzo-transparente-punta-nr-5","title":"Transparent Quartz · Point nr.5","description":"\u003cp\u003eHyaline quartz point with a druzy growth base — 44×22×16 mm, 22 g, Brazil. Microcrystals of secondary quartz form a rough crust at the base of the main crystal, creating a textural transition between the smooth body and the rough base. A unique collector's piece or large format pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Data Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMineral\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eHyaline Quartz (SiO₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e44 × 22 × 16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e22 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural prismatic point with druzy base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eDistinctive Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eDruzy growth at the base with a small visible secondary termination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNo detectable treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003ePiece Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUnique piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThis specific point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main body of the crystal is of high clarity — water clear with a small internal cloud in the transition zone with the druzy base. This cloud is the visible trace of the boundary between the initial growth of the crystal and the secondary phase of microcrystal formation at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe druzy base shows a uniform distribution of quartz microcrystals clearly differentiated from the smooth body of the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow druzy growth forms at the base\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a growing quartz crystal is partially exposed to the circulation of hydrothermal fluids at its base — for example, if the matrix to which it is attached dissolves or cracks — a secondary phase of crystallization can begin on the exposed surface. New microcrystals grow on the body of the main crystal, forming the characteristic druzy crust, without interrupting the growth of the parent crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this point, the transition between the hyaline body and the druzy base is gradual: there is an internal cloud zone that marks the moment when the growth regime changed, before the formation of the surface microcrystals. It is a \"geological biography\" in a single crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat this point is good for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral collection\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two growth features in a single crystal (hyaline point + druzy base) documenting distinct phases of the same hydrothermal process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge format wire wrap pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 44 mm length allows for wire wrapping with silver or copper wire, leaving both the termination and the druzy base visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen bezel setting\u003c\/strong\u003e — A bezel that covers part of the base protects the more fragile druzy area while exposing the termination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-supporting decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e — The flat base of the druzy area allows the point to stand on its own on a shelf or altar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe quartz point in lapidary tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuartz points are one of the most collected formats in the history of jewelry and lapidary. Brazilian quartz points have been exported since the mid-19th century from the states of Minas Gerais and Goiás, which contain the most productive deposits in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn crystal tradition, hyaline quartz (clarity and amplification of intention) is the quintessential base stone. Points are commonly used in meditation and as tools in crystal practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSymbolic associations belong to cultural traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to recognize genuine hyaline quartz\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mohs hardness of 7 for quartz is the first indicator: it is not scratched by a steel coin (Mohs 5.5-6). Genuine quartz also feels colder to the touch than glass, due to its higher thermal conductivity. Natural terminations show edges with slight irregularities under magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the surface polished or natural?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe point and the faces of the prism are natural growth or fracture surfaces, not mechanically polished. The druzy base is equally natural. There is no artificial polishing on any area of the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it heat-treated or irradiated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo detectable treatment. Hyaline quartz does not need treatment for its natural color (colorless). Smoky quartz and citrine are often heat-treated, but transparent quartz is valued in its natural state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the druzy area of the base fragile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDruzy microcrystals have a Mohs hardness of 7 but are small and can chip off with direct impacts. Handle the base area with care, especially during jewelry mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee also: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/minerales-en-bruto\"\u003eraw minerals\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lapidario\"\u003elapidary section\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/todas-las-piedras\"\u003eall stones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40482158936107,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/8818\/4355\/products\/clear-quartz-point-nr5-961856.webp?v=1699531138","url":"https:\/\/animamundicrystals.com\/en\/products\/cuarzo-transparente-punta-nr-5","provider":"Anima Mundi Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}