Star Rutile Quartz Teardrop
$300.00
This teardrop-shaped star rutile quartz would make a dynamic pendant.
Recommended with 18k gold or 18k/silver bimetal.
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About the stone: Quartz
The cornerstone of the mineral world, anything but plain in the right hands. Enhydro quartz seals ancient water inside; rutilated and tourmalinated quartz suspend golden or black needles; dendritic quartz grows fern gardens of manganese.
Type
Silicon dioxide (macrocrystalline)
Mohs hardness
7
Colors & varieties
Rock crystal; enhydro (water-bearing), rutilated (golden needles), tourmalinated (black needles), dendritic, iron-included
Origins
Brazil, Madagascar, the Himalayas; found worldwide
Care
Can be soaked for 10 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water and mild soap. Use a soft-bristled brush to scrub, if needed. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry completely. Avoid harsh chemicals, steam or ultrasonic cleaners.
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