Golden Rutilated Quartz Pendant Natural Hematite Nucleus - Height: 46 mm - Width: 15 mm- 20 g - (1)

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Georgia Foteinou
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Holds BSc in geology and post-graduate qualifications in geochemistry.

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Gold rutile quarz pendant with a natural hematite core, silver setting, weighing 20 g and originating from Brazil.

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Description from the seller

Golden rutile quartz — Pendant made in silver with a natural rutile quartz cabochon, characterized by an elongated and elegant shape that particularly enhances the internal structure of the stone. The quartz exhibits a slightly smoky transparency and is crossed by numerous acicular crystals of golden rutile, a mineral composed of titanium dioxide. The needles show tones ranging from gold yellow to bronze and develop in different directions, forming thin bundles, parallel lines, and radial structures. The most interesting element of the specimen is the small dark central core, compatible with hematite, from which a significant portion of the rutile needles emanate. This type of association can form during different growth stages: small crystals of iron oxides can constitute nucleation points on which rutile subsequently develops its acicular structures. The quartz then continues to crystallize, encapsulating the entire system, preserving it within the gem. The result is a particularly evocative three-dimensional mineralogical composition, with an almost stellate effect at the center of the stone. The different depths of the inclusions also produce an interesting perspective effect when the jewelry is observed from different angles. The silver setting follows the profile of the quartz with a simple and clean line, fully letting the natural structure of the stone take the spotlight. Material: Natural rutile quartz Inclusions: Golden rutile Central core: likely hematite Mounting: Silver Type: Pendant Chain not included

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Golden rutile quartz — Pendant made in silver with a natural rutile quartz cabochon, characterized by an elongated and elegant shape that particularly enhances the internal structure of the stone. The quartz exhibits a slightly smoky transparency and is crossed by numerous acicular crystals of golden rutile, a mineral composed of titanium dioxide. The needles show tones ranging from gold yellow to bronze and develop in different directions, forming thin bundles, parallel lines, and radial structures. The most interesting element of the specimen is the small dark central core, compatible with hematite, from which a significant portion of the rutile needles emanate. This type of association can form during different growth stages: small crystals of iron oxides can constitute nucleation points on which rutile subsequently develops its acicular structures. The quartz then continues to crystallize, encapsulating the entire system, preserving it within the gem. The result is a particularly evocative three-dimensional mineralogical composition, with an almost stellate effect at the center of the stone. The different depths of the inclusions also produce an interesting perspective effect when the jewelry is observed from different angles. The silver setting follows the profile of the quartz with a simple and clean line, fully letting the natural structure of the stone take the spotlight. Material: Natural rutile quartz Inclusions: Golden rutile Central core: likely hematite Mounting: Silver Type: Pendant Chain not included

Seller's Story

The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements. Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past". All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Golden Rutilated Quartz Pendant
Mineral form
Natural Hematite Nucleus
Supplement
Silver Setting
Weight
20 g
Country of origin
Brasile
Height
46 mm
Width
15 mm
Depth
9 mm
ItalyVerified
14222
Objects sold
98.41%
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