This piece of Ferruginous quartz has a combination of many small transparent or translucent quartz matrix with the contrasting red or orange inclusions. It creates a visually captivating specimen!
Weight: 15.5g
Height: 3cm
Width: 2cm
Depth: 2cm
Ferruginous quartz, also known as hematoid quartz, is indeed a variety of quartz that contains iron oxide inclusions, which give it the characteristic red specks or deep burgundy/orange coloration. The name "hematoid" is derived from "hematite," which is the mineral form of iron oxide.
Ferruginous Quartz Specimen
How to clean & maintain your crystals.
Only wash crystal with plain cold water. Do not use any chemicals or any kind.
Please do not soak your crystals for long periods of time in water as they be absorbent and can change the crystal.
Use a very soft toothbrush to clean druzy stones or small spots with dust or dirt.
You can polish them with a soft cloth.