Polished Gold Rutile in Quartz Freeform DS2582

Polished Gold Rutile in Quartz Freeform Approx. Dimensions: 2x1x2.25 inches Approx. Weight: 116 grams Locality: Novo Horizonte, Brazil This piece has been cut into a lovely geometric freeform and is fully polished. It has a wide base and sits very stable. The entire piece is jam packed with gold rutile needles! Acrylic base and putty not included. Rutile in quartz is a mineral combination where needle-like rutile crystals are embedded within transparent quartz. Rutile, composed of titanium dioxide, typically forms inclusions within quartz during the crystallization process. This mineral pairing is found in various locations worldwide, including Brazil, Madagascar, and the United States. While the specific historical use of rutile in quartz may not be extensively documented, rutile itself has been recognized and utilized for its unique optical characteristics. Quartz, with its silicon dioxide composition, contributes to the overall durability of the mineral combination, ranking 7 on t