Description

Hand mined from among the Herkimer diamonds of New York, our beautiful raw clear quartz chunk is perfect for raw gemstone collectors or those who love using raw materials to decorate their living spaces. This lovely piece has rainbow flash, too!

Size: Approx. 2.125″

With this raw clear quartz chunk, we have a fun décor idea—crystal grids. You may have heard of them before, but outside of the realm of décor. We encourage you get creative with your gemstones. Crystal grids are a great way to do that and raw pieces are great for the centerpiece. You can make impressive displays filled with color and wonder. Try it out and let us know what you think!

Quartz and Herkimer Diamonds

Many know that Herkimer diamonds are a form of quartz. What makes them similar? What makes them different? If you’re mining in the regions, how can you tell the difference?

Similarities:

1. Composition: Both regular clear quartz and Herkimer diamonds are composed of silicon dioxide (SiO2), the chemical formula for quartz.
2. Piezoelectric Properties: Both types of quartz exhibit piezoelectric properties, meaning they can generate an electric charge in response to mechanical stress.

Differences:

1. Formation: Herkimer diamonds are double-terminated quartz crystals that are found in Herkimer County, New York, known for their exceptional clarity and geometric shape. Regular clear quartz, on the other hand, can be found in various locations worldwide and may not have the same level of clarity or double termination.
2. Size and Shape: Herkimer diamonds are typically smaller in size compared to regular clear quartz crystals. They also have a distinctive shape with pointed ends on both sides.
3. Rarity: Herkimer diamonds are considered rarer and more sought after due to their unique characteristics and limited geographic location.

Quartz chunks found among Herkimer diamonds, which are double-terminated quartz crystals, may exhibit some differences compared to other pieces of clear quartz. While both are forms of quartz, Herkimer diamonds are known for their exceptional clarity, double termination, and geometric shape, which set them apart from regular quartz crystals. Quartz chunks found in proximity to Herkimer diamonds may share some characteristics with them, such as clarity and possibly similar growth conditions. However, without specific testing or analysis, it may be challenging to determine if the quartz chunk is closer in composition or formation to a Herkimer diamond. However, the crystal formation in this chunk is clearly different from a Herkimer diamond. If you would like to learn more about “Herkimer-style” quartz, click this link.

This raw clear quartz chunk is a WYSIWYG.

For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.

If you would like to look at our Herkimer diamond selection, click this link.

Please Note:

1. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
2. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.