Deep Red Hematite Quartz from South Africa's Heart

Iron-Touched Shadows Smoky Hematite Quartz from Orange River

Size:  66mm x 33mm x 38mm

Weight: 74 gram

Location:  Orange River Area, Namaqualand, South Africa.

This compact but striking Smoky Hematite Quartz specimen from the Orange River region in Namaqualand, Northern Cape, South Africa, displays deep smoky tones with flashes of reddish-brown hematite inclusion. The dominant crystal showcases excellent form and luster, surrounded by smaller companion points. The overall structure has a rugged elegance, highlighting the mineral-rich environment in which it formed.

Smoky Hematite Quartz is created when quartz crystallizes in iron-rich hydrothermal environments and is later exposed to natural radiation. The result is a fusion of smoky quartzdarkened by radiationand hematite (iron oxide) inclusions that provide vibrant red and rust-coloured zoning. These pieces are celebrated for their colour contrast and internal complexity.

The Orange River region is one of the most renowned quartz localities in Africa. Known for its intense geological activity, this area features a unique combination of volcanic influence and iron-rich fluids that produce exceptionally vibrant quartz specimens. Collectors value Orange River pieces for their distinct coloration, crystal clarity, and strong terminations.

This piece offers a bold, earthy expression of South African geology.  Add it to your collection today and hold a powerful blend of earth and iron in your hands.

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