Idaho Smokey Quartz
$75.00
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Smokey Quartz From Idaho 1.50 CT
Smoky quartz from Idaho is famous for its very dark, near-black color, sharp hexagonal shapes, and unique pairings with topaz. The best crystals come from the Sawtooth Mountains and areas near Featherville.
Where It Comes From
- Sawtooth Mountains: High alpine granite areas hold rich pockets of dark crystals.
- Featherville: Pocket discoveries south of the Sawtooth range yield fine terminated crystal clusters.
- Idaho Batholith: Ancient granitic rock provides the natural radiation and aluminum mix that turns the quartz dark over time.
Key Features
- Color: Very dark brown to near-opaque black.
- Associations: Frequently found growing with clear or white topaz crystals and peach feldspar matrix.