1.8" Crackle Crystal Quartz Tower Point Mineral Specimen Self Standing Brazil

Location: Brazil

Weight: 2.7 Ounces 

Dimensions: 1.8 Inches Long, 1.4 Inches Wide, 1.1 Inches Thick

The item pictured is the one you will receive. 

Crackle Quartz is a unique variety of quartz crystal that is intentionally treated to achieve its signature “cracked” or “shattered” appearance. The process begins with the selection of high-quality natural quartz crystals, which are then heated to very high temperatures (typically 800–1600 °C) and rapidly cooled. This sudden temperature change causes internal fractures within the stone, creating a dazzling web-like pattern.

These fractures scatter light, giving Crackle Quartz a sparkling effect, especially when the stone is transparent or translucent. To further enhance its beauty, some pieces are infused with dyes, minerals, or metals, resulting in vibrant colors such as blue, green, pink, and more. With its distinctive look and lively energy, Crackle Quartz is highly valued both for decorative purposes and in jewelry-making.

Crackle quartz is characterized by its network of internal fractures, which can vary in size and pattern. It can be transparent to translucent and comes in various colors, including clear, white, smoky gray, and vibrant shades like blue, green, and pink. It has a glassy to vitreous luster and a Mohs hardness of 7, making it relatively durable. However, due to the fractures, it is more fragile than other types of quartz.