Description
Active mainly during the mid-20th century
) and goethite (FeOOH) formed by alteration of iron minerals
This wonderful specimen of smoky quartz with skeletal growth habit from Tanzania has a lot of character
Locality: Biggs Junction
Weight: 3097 grams
Faden Quartz from Pakistan TF1852 golden quartz Active mainly during the mid-20thFaden Quartz from Pakistan Approx. Dimensions: 3. 5x1. 75x0. 5 inches Approx. Weight: 56 grams Locality: Kharan District, Balochistan, Pakistan Faden quartz is most commonly associated with alpine type fissures in tectonically active regions such as the Himalayas, where shifting rock layers create the conditions needed for this unusual growth habit. Because of their clear growth history and unique internal features, faden quartz specimens are