23.45 ct – Rare Herkimer Smoky Quartz – Double Terminated – Two-Phase Cavity with Mobile Bitumen Specimen - Height: 26 mm - Width: 12 mm- 4.69 g - (1)
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Natural Smoky Quartz specimen from Skardu, Pakistan, weighing 4.69 g (23.45 ct) with a double terminator and a two‑phase internal cavity containing mobile bitumen.
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23.45 ct – Rare natural Herkimer Smoky Quartz crystal from Skardu, Pakistan, showing a well-developed double termination and an exceptional internal inclusion.
The most interesting feature of this specimen is the presence of a visible two-phase internal cavity containing mobile bitumen, which can move inside the cavity when the crystal is tilted. This gives the specimen particular mineralogical and collector interest.
The crystal shows a delicate natural smoky coloration, good transparency and preserved natural faces, allowing the internal features and inclusions to be clearly observed.
A highly unusual collector specimen combining double termination, transparency and a mobile internal inclusion in a single natural crystal.
Mineral: Natural Smoky Quartz
Origin: Skardu, Pakistan
Weight: 4.69 g / 23.45 ct
Dimensions: 26 × 12 × 11 mm
Crystal habit: Double terminated
Color: Light smoky
Transparency: Transparent
Inclusion: Two-phase internal cavity with mobile bitumen
Condition: Beautiful double termination with moving two-phase inclusions, there are some edge contacts or growth marks. Any visible imperfections are shown in the photos and are a natural part of the stone's authenticity.
NOTE - Why is it called "Herkimer Diamond"?
This crystal is commonly called "Herkimer Diamond" due to its natural shape, transparency, and brilliance, but it is not a diamond. It is a unique variety of double-terminated quartz, originally discovered in Herkimer County, New York. This name is now used more broadly to refer to crystals with these same unique qualities, regardless of their origin.
Highly suitable for collectors, jewelry makers, metaphysical uses or resale.
***All photos were taken using lamp light, with professional photographic lenses, to enhance the colors and also the details and imperfections of the gem. Looking with the naked eye, possible streaks, inclusions and imperfections are much less visible or not visible at all.***
The live color may be of a slightly different shade because it changes based on each different screen in which it is viewed.
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Seller's Story
Welcome to Angolo Vetusto Earth Stones, my name is Dalla Stella Federico.
Since I was a child, I have been fascinated by gems and minerals, and by the search and discovery of their true nature. This passion eventually grew into a desire to make it my life and profession, leading me to study and become a professional lapidary, as well as an expert in minerals from around the world, with a special focus on Italian specimens.
I am an expert lapidary, specializing in cutting and polishing hard stones such as Australian and Ethiopian opals, agates, quartzes, jaspers, and more.
Ongoing study has led me and continues to lead me to create increasingly precise work, with great attention to the smallest details, in order to best enhance the natural beauty of each gem.
I import high-quality minerals and raw gems from all over the world, to offer only the finest specimens to high-level collectors.
Translated by Google Translate23.45 ct – Rare natural Herkimer Smoky Quartz crystal from Skardu, Pakistan, showing a well-developed double termination and an exceptional internal inclusion.
The most interesting feature of this specimen is the presence of a visible two-phase internal cavity containing mobile bitumen, which can move inside the cavity when the crystal is tilted. This gives the specimen particular mineralogical and collector interest.
The crystal shows a delicate natural smoky coloration, good transparency and preserved natural faces, allowing the internal features and inclusions to be clearly observed.
A highly unusual collector specimen combining double termination, transparency and a mobile internal inclusion in a single natural crystal.
Mineral: Natural Smoky Quartz
Origin: Skardu, Pakistan
Weight: 4.69 g / 23.45 ct
Dimensions: 26 × 12 × 11 mm
Crystal habit: Double terminated
Color: Light smoky
Transparency: Transparent
Inclusion: Two-phase internal cavity with mobile bitumen
Condition: Beautiful double termination with moving two-phase inclusions, there are some edge contacts or growth marks. Any visible imperfections are shown in the photos and are a natural part of the stone's authenticity.
NOTE - Why is it called "Herkimer Diamond"?
This crystal is commonly called "Herkimer Diamond" due to its natural shape, transparency, and brilliance, but it is not a diamond. It is a unique variety of double-terminated quartz, originally discovered in Herkimer County, New York. This name is now used more broadly to refer to crystals with these same unique qualities, regardless of their origin.
Highly suitable for collectors, jewelry makers, metaphysical uses or resale.
***All photos were taken using lamp light, with professional photographic lenses, to enhance the colors and also the details and imperfections of the gem. Looking with the naked eye, possible streaks, inclusions and imperfections are much less visible or not visible at all.***
The live color may be of a slightly different shade because it changes based on each different screen in which it is viewed.
***AAA – See all my auction lots, if you win multiple lots, you only pay 1 shipping.
IMPORTANT - You must wait for the end of all auctions before paying if you want Catawiki to combine the shipment automatically. If the auctions are different, pay only 1 auction, contact me and I will remove the shipping costs from all the other auctions, to combine everything into 1 shipment.***
*SHIPPING*
Shipping is always carried out with a tracking code, paying the utmost attention and care to the packaging of the object to preserve its beauty and current condition. The courier may vary according to the destination, if you wish to leave some specific instructions for delivery, kindly inform me as soon as possible, because shipments are almost always made the next morning.
*SATISFIED BUYER*
Angolo Vetusto is committed to bringing maximum professionality and transparency, always presenting original lots, full of detailed high definition photos and defining each object in detail in all its strengths and weaknesses.
If there is a problem with the lot received or due to shipping (which does not depend on us), wait to leave negative feedback, WE are always committed to solving any problem due to the lot or shipping, contact us immediately and we will be happy to resolve every issue. We care a lot about satisfying every buyer and maintaining the utmost professionality.
Always remember to leave POSITIVE FEEDBACK, if you are satisfied with your purchase, it is important for both buyers and sellers.
Thanks, Happy Auction everyone!
Seller's Story
Welcome to Angolo Vetusto Earth Stones, my name is Dalla Stella Federico.
Since I was a child, I have been fascinated by gems and minerals, and by the search and discovery of their true nature. This passion eventually grew into a desire to make it my life and profession, leading me to study and become a professional lapidary, as well as an expert in minerals from around the world, with a special focus on Italian specimens.
I am an expert lapidary, specializing in cutting and polishing hard stones such as Australian and Ethiopian opals, agates, quartzes, jaspers, and more.
Ongoing study has led me and continues to lead me to create increasingly precise work, with great attention to the smallest details, in order to best enhance the natural beauty of each gem.
I import high-quality minerals and raw gems from all over the world, to offer only the finest specimens to high-level collectors.
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Main mineral
23.45 ct – Rare Herkimer Smoky Quartz – Double Terminated – Two-Phase Cavity with Mobile Bitumen
Mineral form
Specimen
Weight
4.69 g
Origin (region/city)
Skardu
Country of origin
Pakistan
Height
26 mm
Width
12 mm
Depth
11 mm
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