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Quartz Specimen - 300g

$350.00

Museum-Quality Chlorite Phantom Quartz Crystal on Cleavelandite | Khaplu, Ghanche District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Description

This exceptional Chlorite Phantom Quartz specimen from Khaplu, Ghanche District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan features a beautifully terminated Quartz crystal rising dramatically from a contrasting Cleavelandite matrix. The crystal exhibits excellent transparency with a striking natural green Chlorite phantom coating concentrated across the upper termination, creating an appearance reminiscent of a snow-capped mountain peak.

Multiple Quartz crystals surround the impressive central crystal, adding depth and balance while enhancing the specimen's overall aesthetics. The combination of sparkling Quartz, creamy-white Cleavelandite, and vibrant green Chlorite creates a classic Himalayan mineral association prized by collectors worldwide.

The Khaplu region is internationally recognized for producing some of Pakistan's finest Quartz specimens, and this piece beautifully showcases the remarkable crystal growth and natural mineral associations that have made the locality famous.

This specimen displays beautifully from every angle and would make an outstanding addition to any advanced mineral collection or museum-quality display.

Key Features

  • Origin: Khaplu, Ghanche District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
  • Minerals: Chlorite Phantom Quartz on Cleavelandite (Albite)
  • Large, sharply terminated Quartz crystal
  • Natural green Chlorite phantom coating and crystal enhancement
  • Excellent transparency and brilliant vitreous luster
  • Beautiful multi-crystal composition
  • Outstanding contrast between Quartz, Chlorite, and Cleavelandite
  • Collector-grade Himalayan mineral specimen
  • Hand-selected by Nick's Minerals

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