Raw Hematoid Quartz Specimen

Description

Our raw hematoid quartz specimen is a lovely piece to add to raw gemstone collections or Southwestern décor styles. Also known as “fire quartz”, these specimens are beloved by collectors. Make this beauty yours!

Size: Approx. 2″, 41.74g

With this raw hematoid quartz specimen, 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!

Hematoid Quartz, Hematite Quartz, Fire Quartz, Ferruginous Quartz: What is it Really?

Did you know that when hematite and quartz come together, many types of stones result? They come under trade names like golden healer, red healer, fire quartz, and many more. Hematite can create golden or reddish hues and can be in the form of inclusions or a natural coating.

Ferruginous quartz, also known as hematoid quartz, is a variety of quartz that contains iron oxide inclusions, giving it a reddish-brown or orange color. Its crystal growth habits can vary, with the iron oxide inclusions often forming as needles or strands within the quartz matrix. The chemical composition of ferruginous quartz is primarily silicon dioxide (SiO2) with the addition of iron oxide impurities. Ferruginous quartz can sometimes have a layer of hematite covering the crystal, adding to its unique appearance and properties. This hematite coating can give the quartz a reddish-brown or metallic sheen, enhancing its visual appeal and adding another dimension to its composition. In some cases, ferruginous quartz can appear red-orange throughout due to a high concentration of iron oxide inclusions within the crystal. This abundance of inclusions can give the quartz a consistent reddish-orange coloration, creating a vibrant and visually striking specimen. Golden healer quartz is a trade name for ferruginous quartz that features yellow iron oxide inclusions. The presence of these inclusions not only affects the color of the quartz but also adds to its overall beauty and uniqueness. If you would like to know more or see more photos of the variety of ways that hematite can be included in quartz, click this link.

This raw hematoid quartz specimen 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 like this lovely piece, check out this hematoid quartz tower.

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.