Cluster with iron
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High-quality, 100% unpolished crystal cluster with natural iron inclusions, giving it a rich reddish hue. Unique formation with a point extending from the inside out, showcasing exceptional clarity and natural shine.
Weight: 0.140kg – 0.300LB
Dimensions: 3Cm H x 8Cm W
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What is Crystal Quartz with Iron?
Crystal Quartz with Iron, often recognized by its distinctive red inclusions, is quartz that has naturally incorporated iron oxides within its structure, giving it a unique coloration and enhancing its aesthetic value.
What Causes the Red Color in Crystal Quartz?
The red color in Crystal Quartz is due to iron oxide inclusions. These iron compounds mix with the crystal during its formation, creating vibrant red, orange, or brown hues.
How to Identify Crystal Quartz with Iron?
**Identify Crystal Quartz with Iron by looking for:
Color: Distinctive red, orange, or rust-colored streaks or patches.
Transparency: Variations from transparent to opaque, depending on iron concentration.
Inclusions: Visible iron particles or color zones within the quartz.**
What are the Technical Properties of Crystal Quartz with Iron?
Crystal Quartz with Iron shares the same hardness and chemical resistance as pure quartz but often has enhanced piezoelectric properties due to the iron inclusions, making it valuable in various industrial applications.
Where to Buy Crystal Quartz with Iron?
Ensure you purchase from a reputable source that provides authenticity certificates and detailed information about the crystal’s origin. At Ita Crystals, we specialize in offering high-quality Crystal Quartz with Iron, sourced responsibly.
Where is Crystal Quartz with Iron Found?
This type of quartz is typically found in regions rich in iron deposits. Notable locations include Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States, where geological conditions allow quartz to form alongside iron compounds.
Crystal Quartz with Iron vs. Pure Quartz: What’s the Difference?
While both are fundamentally silicon dioxide, Crystal Quartz with Iron contains iron oxide inclusions that give it a distinctive color and sometimes additional properties, unlike pure, colorless quartz.
How is Crystal Quartz with Iron Used?
Beyond its aesthetic use in jewelry and decor, Crystal Quartz with Iron’s unique properties make it suitable for electronic applications, including pressure sensors and resonators, where its piezoelectric properties are valuable.
