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Natural Smokey Quartz Crystals x 2 From Mulanje, Malawi
RETAIL PRICE
A NOTE FROM NICK
Pair of nice large Melanje Malawi Smokey Quartz Crystals.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Hidden Gems of the Zomba Plateau: A Mineral Collector’s Dream
The Zomba Plateau in Malawi is a mineral collector’s paradise, showcasing a stunning variety of minerals embedded in Orthoclase matrices. Smokey Quartz steals the spotlight, ranging from dark, gemmy hues to deep Morion and jet-black varieties, often featuring Aegirine, Riebeckite, or Rutile inclusions, with recent discoveries of Green Chlorite phantoms adding rare allure. Aegirine appears in glossy black crystals or fibrous green clusters, typically with intricate terminations rather than needle-like forms. These specimens, marked by self-healing traits and unique geological origins, captivate collectors with their complex beauty and natural history.
PRODUCT MINERALS
Silicone Dioxide
PRODUCT FEATURES
Self Healed, Rainbows, Veils
PRODUCT COLOUR
Silicone Dioxide
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
7
PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Mulanje, Malawi
Grade = Good to Very Good Grade
Size = 147 - 217 mm