4.1" Natural Red Ferruginous Quartz Crystal Cluster Mineral Specimen Meknes Morocco
Location: Tarya Mine, Tinejdad, Er Rachidia Prov, Meknes-Tafilalet, Morocco
Weight: 1 Pound 0.4 Ounces
Dimensions: 4.1 Inches Long, 4.1 Inches Wide, 3 Inches Thick
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Quartz Crystal, commonly known as quartz, is a silicon dioxide mineral (SiO2) composed of silicon and oxygen atoms in a continuous SiO4 tetrahedral framework. It is the second most abundant mineral in Earth’s continental crust, appearing in a variety of forms and colors such as transparent rock crystal, violet amethyst, golden citrine, and pink rose quartz.
Quartz is celebrated for its hexagonal crystalline structure and piezoelectric properties, which allow it to generate electric charges under pressure. This makes it useful not only as a decorative gemstone but also in electronics, watches, and scientific instruments.
Favored by collectors, jewelers, and crystal enthusiasts, Quartz Crystal combines beauty, versatility, and durability. It forms in diverse geological settings, including igneous, metamorphic, and hydrothermal environments, making it widely available. Its aesthetic appeal, functional properties, and metaphysical significance make Quartz Crystal one of the most sought-after minerals worldwide.