Quartz (SiO₂), most often admired for its clarity and well-defined crystal form, is transformed in this specimen through vivid red-orange hematite inclusions. The result is a vitreous cluster infused with fiery iron oxide, a defining characteristic of its notable 1996 discovery. While subsequent finds produced fine material, specimens tended to have denser hematite, resulting in opaque, and sometimes textured, crystals. This example distinguishes itself as one of the finest from the highly limited production of translucent specimens.
Anchored by compact rosettes of metallic hematite blades, the quartz crystals radiate outwards in sculptural, three-dimensional sprays. The contrast between the glassy, translucent quartz and the sleek, gunmetal hematite matrix creates a dynamic visual presence. The specimen’s vivid coloration, sharp crystal form, and exceptional state of preservation firmly establish it as a prime expression of this celebrated material.