Weight – 1.23 oz’s – 34.5 gm’s
Dimensions – 1.9″ x 1.38″ long/wide (4.8 x 3.5 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
NZD $40.00
SKU: P4950
This Angular Freeform Cut and Polished Quartz Crystal from Brazil has fantastic clarity putting the delightful green epidote inclusions inside on full display!
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Weight – 1.23 oz’s – 34.5 gm’s
Dimensions – 1.9″ x 1.38″ long/wide (4.8 x 3.5 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Brazil
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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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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.