Weight – 8.18 oz’s – 231.9 gm’s
Dimensions – 3.513″ x 1.987″ tall/wide (8.923 x 5.047 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
USD $75.00
SKU: Q1677
This Polished Pink and Green Cholrite Included Quartz Crystal features very interesting and exciting form with shiny luster and awesome green and pink chlorite inclusions!!
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Weight – 8.18 oz’s – 231.9 gm’s
Dimensions – 3.513″ x 1.987″ tall/wide (8.923 x 5.047 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
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Chlorite Included Quartz is a natural Quartz crystal containing inclusions of Chlorite, a green phyllosilicate mineral group commonly associated with low-grade metamorphic environments. These inclusions may appear as wispy clouds, mossy veils, granular coatings, or distinct internal landscapes suspended within the Quartz.
In some specimens, Chlorite inclusions form phantoms—internal outlines of earlier growth stages of the Quartz crystal. This occurs when a layer of Chlorite settles on the crystal surface during growth, after which Quartz continues to crystallize over it. The result is a visible “snapshot” of the crystal at that moment in time. Multiple growth interruptions can produce multi-layered phantom formations.
Chlorite Included Quartz is found in a variety of Quartz-bearing regions, including Brazil, Pakistan, India, the Himalayas, Colombia, and parts of the United States. Each locality produces distinct inclusion styles ranging from light green dusting to deep forest-green phantoms.
This material is sometimes confused with moss agate or artificially enhanced Quartz. Genuine Chlorite Included Quartz shows inclusions fully enclosed within natural Quartz growth, not surface staining or dye.
Chlorite Included Quartz is composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂) crystallizing in the trigonal crystal system, with Chlorite inclusions incorporated during growth. Chlorite itself is a group of hydrous magnesium, iron, and aluminum silicate minerals that typically form during metamorphism or hydrothermal alteration.
As Quartz crystals grow in mineral-rich fluids, fine Chlorite particles may settle onto crystal faces or remain suspended within the solution. Continued Quartz growth encapsulates these particles, preserving them as internal inclusions or phantom layers.
The presence of Chlorite does not significantly alter the hardness of Quartz, though heavily included specimens may have internal planes or zones that require careful handling.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Quartz with Chlorite inclusions |
| Chemical Formula | SiO₂ (Quartz) + Chlorite group inclusions |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 7 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Inclusion Type | Chlorite (green phyllosilicate minerals) |
| Special Features | Phantoms, internal landscapes, growth zoning |
⚠️ Handling:
Handle from the base to protect crystal terminations. Included Quartz may have internal planes that benefit from gentle treatment.
🧼 Cleaning:
Generally water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid prolonged soaking, especially if the crystal contains fractures. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Chlorite Included Quartz is light-stable. Normal display lighting is safe.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store separately or padded to prevent abrasion from harder minerals. Stable display helps preserve clarity and internal detail.
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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.