Premium - natural smoked quartz - very large size Crystals - Height: 52 cm - Width: 44 cm- 22 kg - (1)

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A single piece of natural smoky quartz crystals of very large size, weighing 22 kg with a height of 52 cm and width of 44 cm, originating from Brazil.

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Premium - natural smoked quartz - very large size

A true collector's item.

This gem is the origin of many uses and achievements. In the 12th century, the Chinese created sunglasses with lenses in smoked quartz. This technique remains current.

Later, in the 19th century, mediums used smoked quartz crystal balls to read the future. Their dark color had the advantage of protecting divine predictions from curious eyes.

Highly regarded in Scotland, it was used to adorn kilts or craft jewelry such as rings or brooches. The Highlanders, inhabitants of the northern part of the country, customarily carried a traditional Scottish knife in their sock, which was used to cut food. It featured a dark handle carved from smoked quartz.


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Premium - natural smoked quartz - very large size

A true collector's item.

This gem is the origin of many uses and achievements. In the 12th century, the Chinese created sunglasses with lenses in smoked quartz. This technique remains current.

Later, in the 19th century, mediums used smoked quartz crystal balls to read the future. Their dark color had the advantage of protecting divine predictions from curious eyes.

Highly regarded in Scotland, it was used to adorn kilts or craft jewelry such as rings or brooches. The Highlanders, inhabitants of the northern part of the country, customarily carried a traditional Scottish knife in their sock, which was used to cut food. It featured a dark handle carved from smoked quartz.


About the shipment:
Here, you can always rely on careful and reliable shipping. Please pay promptly to avoid any delays.
When you purchase multiple lots, you only pay the shipping fees once.
Make sure that each batch is eligible for combined shipping.

About our lots:
We prioritize excellent customer service and reliability because your experience and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. Feel free to browse our fantastic reviews from other buyers, which show that we are highly rated. Each of our items is photographed individually, ensuring that the attached photos accurately represent the actual item for sale.

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Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Premium - natural smoked quartz - very large size
Mineral Form
Crystals
Weight
22 kg
Country of Origin
Brazil
Height
52 cm
Width
44 cm
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