Weight – 29.18 oz’s – 827.2 gm’s
Dimensions – 6.673″ x 3.188″ wide/tall (16.951 x 8.098 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Meig Mine, Sichuan province, China
USD $106.00
SKU: Q4212
This specimen is an Epidote Included Quartz Cluster. It features fantastic form with decent clarity, shiny luster and awesome inclusions of epidote, tourmaline and phantoms inside!! This specimen is in excellent condition.
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Weight – 29.18 oz’s – 827.2 gm’s
Dimensions – 6.673″ x 3.188″ wide/tall (16.951 x 8.098 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Meig Mine, Sichuan province, China
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Included Quartz refers to Quartz crystals that contain other minerals trapped within them during growth. These inclusions may appear as needles, clouds, veils, phantoms, sprays, plates, threads, or granular deposits, each reflecting the geological conditions present at the time of formation.
Common inclusions include Chlorite, Rutile, Tourmaline, Titanium-bearing minerals, Iron oxides, and many others. Each specimen is inherently unique, as the timing, chemistry, and environment of growth determine the inclusion’s shape, placement, and density.
Included Quartz occurs worldwide, with notable localities in Brazil, Madagascar, Pakistan, India, the United States, and parts of Africa. Because inclusions record a snapshot of the crystal’s growth history, many collectors consider Included Quartz to be a visual and geological record of Earth’s evolving conditions.
Included Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) and crystallizes in the trigonal crystal system, consistent with all Quartz varieties. The defining feature is the presence of one or more foreign minerals incorporated during crystal growth.
Inclusions form when Quartz grows in environments where other minerals are suspended in hydrothermal fluids. As the Quartz crystal develops, these minerals may become trapped internally rather than being excluded or deposited on the surface. Growth may continue around the inclusion, fully enclosing it within the crystal body.
In some cases, inclusions outline earlier growth stages, forming phantoms. In others, needle-like or fibrous inclusions such as Rutile or Tourmaline grow simultaneously with the Quartz, creating complex internal structures.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz with mineral inclusions |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ (host crystal) |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 (host crystal) |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Defining Feature | Internal mineral inclusions |
From a geological perspective, inclusions provide valuable insight into the temperature, pressure, and chemistry present during crystal formation. Each Included Quartz specimen is effectively a natural archive of its growth environment.
⚠️ Handling:
Included Quartz is generally durable, but internal fractures or delicate inclusions may be present. Handle gently and avoid sudden impacts.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking, especially for crystals with visible fractures or porous inclusions. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Most Included Quartz is light-stable. Some iron-rich inclusions may darken slightly with prolonged intense sunlight.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store separated from harder specimens to prevent chipping. Display securely to protect terminations.
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Epidote Included Quartz—often simply referred to as Epidote Quartz—is a Quartz crystal that contains natural inclusions of the green mineral Epidote. These inclusions may appear as wispy internal veils, sprays, or moss-like growths within the Quartz, creating a strong visual impression of vitality and movement.
This combination is found in several parts of the world, including Brazil, Pakistan, India, Alaska (USA), and select African localities. Each source produces distinctive inclusion styles, ranging from fine internal filaments to bold, clearly defined Epidote crystals encased within Quartz.
Because Quartz amplifies whatever it contains, Epidote Included Quartz has long been referred to in crystal traditions as “The Enhancer.” The Quartz acts as a magnifier, intensifying the energetic signature of Epidote while also making it more accessible and usable.
Natural Epidote inclusions should not be confused with surface coatings or artificially introduced materials. Authentic Epidote Quartz shows inclusions fully enclosed within the Quartz growth structure.
Epidote Included Quartz is composed primarily of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) with inclusions of Epidote, a calcium aluminum iron silicate mineral. Both minerals form in metamorphic and hydrothermal environments, often under conditions of pressure, heat, and fluid movement.
Epidote inclusions typically form first, with Quartz later growing around them, sealing the green mineral within the crystal. This growth sequence is what gives Epidote Quartz its characteristic “encased” appearance.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz with Epidote inclusions |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ + Ca₂(Al,Fe)₃(SiO₄)₃(OH) |
| Crystal System | Trigonal (Quartz) / Monoclinic (Epidote) |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 (Quartz), 6–7 (Epidote) |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Defining Feature | Natural green Epidote inclusions |
Inclusion-bearing Quartz crystals are often valued for the way internal minerals interact with the Quartz matrix. In the case of Epidote Quartz, this interaction creates a synergistic structure where amplification and direction occur simultaneously.
⚠️ Handling:
Generally durable, but crystals with prominent internal fractures or fine terminations should be handled gently.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking, especially for specimens with visible internal fractures. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Light-stable under normal conditions.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store separately to protect clarity and surface luster. Suitable for grids, body placement, and regular handling.
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Clear Quartz is the most widespread and versatile form of Quartz, valued for its transparency, structural clarity, and wide range of natural growth habits. Composed of silicon dioxide, it forms in diverse geological environments and is found on every continent.
Throughout history, Clear Quartz has been used by cultures worldwide for tools, ornamentation, ceremonial objects, and symbolic practices. Its clarity and durability made it a natural focal point for observation, reflection, and intention-based work long before modern terminology existed.
While Clear Quartz occurs globally, certain localities are especially prized for exceptional quality. Colombian Clear Quartz, particularly from high-altitude Andean regions, is widely regarded among collectors and practitioners as some of the highest-quality Clear Quartz in the world. These crystals are known for their exceptional clarity, brightness, and refined growth, often displaying high-frequency visual purity with minimal internal disruption.
Other notable sources include Brazil, Arkansas (USA), Madagascar, Himalayan regions, and Alpine environments, each producing distinctive variations in form and internal character.
Clear Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) and crystallizes in the trigonal crystal system. It commonly forms in hydrothermal veins, pegmatites, and igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments.
Quartz crystals grow when silica-rich fluids cool and crystallize over extended periods. The clarity of Clear Quartz depends on growth stability, temperature consistency, and the absence of inclusions during formation.
Clear Quartz may occur as single points, clusters, twin crystals, or specialized growth formations. Its hardness and chemical stability make it one of the most durable naturally occurring minerals.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Clear / Rock Crystal) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Fracture | Conchoidal |
| Typical Formation | Hydrothermal veins, pegmatites, igneous & metamorphic rocks |
⚠️ Handling:
Clear Quartz is durable but crystal points and terminations can chip if knocked. Lift from the base when possible.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking if fractures or inclusions are present. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Clear Quartz is light-stable and safe for normal display conditions.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store separately from softer minerals to prevent scratching. Stable display helps preserve terminations and clarity.
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Milky Quartz is one of the most common yet most misunderstood varieties of Quartz. Often overlooked in favor of clearer specimens, Milky Quartz is in fact one of the great information holders and distributors within the crystal world.
Milky Quartz occurs worldwide, but New Zealand Milky Quartz deserves special recognition. NZ Milky Quartz is exceptionally vibrant, often displaying a luminous softness rather than a dull opacity. These specimens carry a clean, coherent feel that reflects both their geological environment and the relatively unpolluted landscapes from which they originate. They are quietly powerful, deeply stabilizing, and far more sophisticated than their appearance suggests.
Milky Quartz has historically been used less for ornamentation and more as a working stone—one that supports collective processes, long-term stability, and subtle but profound shifts.
Milky Quartz is chemically identical to all Quartz varieties (silicon dioxide, SiO₂). Its cloudy or milky appearance is caused by countless microscopic fluid inclusions—tiny bubbles of un-solidified silica-rich solution trapped during crystal growth.
These inclusions scatter light, giving Milky Quartz its characteristic soft white translucence. Unlike fractures or impurities, these bubbles are a direct result of rapid or fluctuating growth conditions and are integral to the crystal’s structure.
Recent scientific research has demonstrated that information can be stored at extraordinary density within microscopic structures similar to those found in Quartz inclusions—supporting the idea that Milky Quartz is structurally well suited to information storage and transmission.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Milky variety) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous to greasy |
| Transparency | Translucent to opaque |
| Defining Feature | Microscopic fluid inclusions |
Some Milky Quartz specimens may appear to become clearer or cloudier over time. Structurally, this is related to light interaction with internal inclusions and surface conditions, but it aligns well with the long-observed behavior of Milky Quartz as a dynamic rather than static crystal.
⚠️ Handling:
Milky Quartz is durable but should still be handled with care to avoid surface chipping.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking if fractures are present. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Light-stable and suitable for display.
📦 Storage & Display:
Milky Quartz thrives in active environments. It does not require isolation and often performs best when placed where people live, work, or communicate.
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Phantom Quartz is one of the most symbolically powerful growth forms in the Quartz family. These crystals contain visible internal “phantoms” — ghost-like images of earlier stages of the crystal’s own development preserved within the body of the crystal itself.
Each phantom represents a pause, interruption, or shift during the crystal’s growth cycle. Rather than halting development permanently, the Quartz resumes growth and carries the record of that moment forward. Because of this, Phantom Quartz has long been associated with evolution, resilience, and the ability to move forward after disruption.
Phantom Quartz occurs in many Quartz varieties, including Clear Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Amethyst, and included forms. Each variety adds its own nuance to the phantom’s expression and influence.
Phantom Quartz forms when a crystal’s growth is temporarily interrupted by the introduction of another substance or a change in environmental conditions. This interruption leaves a visible layer on the crystal’s termination before growth resumes, encapsulating that earlier stage within the final crystal.
The most powerful and visually striking phantoms are referred to as 3D phantoms. In these specimens, the interrupting material fully coats the termination, creating a complete three-dimensional “crystal within a crystal.”
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz (Phantom growth) |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Defining Feature | Visible internal growth stages |
⚠️ Handling:
Handle gently to protect internal clarity and phantom visibility. Lift from the base where possible.
🧼 Cleaning:
Brief water rinsing is generally safe. Avoid prolonged soaking if fractures or inclusions are present.
☀️ Light:
Protect Smoky and Amethyst Phantom Quartz from prolonged intense sunlight.
📦 Storage & Display:
Display with good lighting to reveal internal phantoms. These crystals benefit from being seen and consciously worked with.