Description
Mesmerizing tower of rare polished inclusion/rutilated quartz from Minas Gerais, Brazil. Rutile is a form of titanium dioxide that is usually included in quartz as long thin needle like crystals. in rare cases, rutile can display a phenomenon where the rutile crystals form around/out of a teeny centered hematite specimen, known as "star rutile". This piece has several quite distinct/dramatic rutile star formations, like beautiful shining sunbursts. There are also chlorite & calcite inclusions, & the quartz itself is a rich natural smokey colour. Measures approximately 9x7x5 cm, 500 g. Please keep in mind that out of direct light the rutile is not flashy. This tower can stand up on its own, & some sections have been left raw/unpolished. Feel free to message me with questions or more photo requests! Chunky Polished Rutilated Smokey Quartz Tower With Gold Rutile Star Formation & Calcite Inclusions
