7.2" Polished Hematite (Harlequin) Quartz Sphere - 22 lbs

This is a massive, 7.2" wide polished sphere of hematite quartz, frequently referred to as harlequin quartz. The coloration is a wonderful deep pink and red. The sphere weighs 22 lbs and comes with an acrylic display stand.

Hematoid quartz, also commonly referred to as Harlequin Quartz, is the name for quartz that contains heavy concentrations of hematite or limonite. The inclusions of these iron based minerals result in interesting reddish-orange streaks along fractures within the quartz, exhibiting a wispy appearance. Often this quartz is heat-treated to enhance and darken the color, but the specimens we have are natural.
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SPECIES
Quartz with Hematite
LOCATION
Madagascar
SIZE
7.2" wide, 22 lbs
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ITEM
#121947