High-Altitude Second Generation Quartz Layer, Chlorite – Himalayan | River Walkers Minerals

Weight: 76g
Dimensions: 2.5 x 1.7 x .9”
Locale: Gaumukh Mine, Manihar, Kullu District, Himachal Pradesh, India (Himalayas)

This beautiful Himalayan Quartz has a really interesting growth history! It formed as a second-generation layer over another quartz point before eventually separating and self-healing. The back has a natural indentation where it once grew against the original crystal. It also features soft green chlorite inclusions throughout, giving it a lovely pale green color. With its sharp termination and unique formation, this is such a fascinating piece!

What makes Himalayan Quartz even more remarkable is the journey these crystals take before reaching collectors. Recovered from elevations exceeding 10,000 feet, these specimens come from some of the most rugged and unforgiving mountain environments in the world. The steep terrain, unpredictable weather, thin mountain air, and remote locations make extraction incredibly challenging and, at times, dangerous. Each specimen is a beautiful reminder of both the incredible forces of nature and the extraordinary effort required to bring these treasures down from the mountains.

Natural specimens may have fractures, stress marks, healed cracks, growth contacts, or pits. Colors may vary depending on lighting and screen settings. Please review all photos and videos carefully, as you will receive the exact piece shown.