Polished On One Side Smokey Marion Quartz Crystals x 2 From Zomba, Malawi

A NOTE FROM NICK 
A Pair of Morion Smokey Quartz crystals from the Zomba plateau. Each crystal has been partially polished with natural Aegirine crisscrossed termination. You will also see some Orthoclase and Riebeckite.

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 
Marion Smoky Quartz, Aegirine, Orthoclase, Riebeckite

PRODUCT FEATURES 
Self Healed, Rainbow/Veils

PRODUCT COLOUR 
Morion

MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
7

PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Zomba, Malawi
Grade = Good to Very Good Grade                      
Size = 193 - 223 mm