Gold Rutile in Quartz Freeform TC158

Gold Rutile in Quartz Approx. Dimensions: 2.25 x 1.75 x 2.25 inches Approx. Weight: 135 grams Locality: Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil Acrylic display stand and putty not included. Acrylic displays in a variety of sizes can be purchased separately. Sprays of gold rutile are packed into this polished quartz freeform from Novo Horizonte, Bahia, Brazil. It is fully polished and can be displayed in a number of ways. Rutile is a fascinating mineral with diverse origins and valuable applications in various industries. It is primarily formed through the metamorphism of sedimentary rocks or the crystallization of magmatic rocks. In sedimentary environments, rutile is often found as heavy mineral sand deposits, resulting from the weathering and erosion of rocks containing titanium-bearing minerals. In magmatic environments, rutile forms during the cooling and solidification of certain igneous rocks. Its distinctive needle-like crystals give it a unique appearance and make it stand out among ot