{"product_id":"brazilian-smoky-quartz-on-silver-stand","title":"Brazilian Smoky Quartz on Silver Stand","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Brazilian Smoky Quartz statement piece, featuring exceptional internal detail, warm champagne-brown colouring and flashes of rainbow iridescence, elegantly displayed on a silver-tone metal stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking specimen has been polished into an elongated, multi-faceted freeform, allowing light to travel through its translucent body and illuminate the intricate natural formations within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts colour ranges from delicate champagne and honey tones to deeper smoky brown, with areas of remarkable clarity contrasting against intricate internal veils, mineral inclusions and feather-like fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most captivating features of this piece is its beautiful rainbow activity. Vibrant flashes of blue, violet, yellow, green and orange appear within the crystal when viewed from different angles, created by light interacting with internal fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished facets beautifully frame these natural features, creating an almost architectural appearance. Broad transparent faces reveal the intricate internal landscape, while the angular edges reflect and refract light throughout the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed upright on a contemporary silver-tone metal stand with a circular decorative base, this specimen has an elegant, gallery-inspired appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStanding approximately 19cm tall including its stand and weighing approximately 570g, this is a wonderful centrepiece for a crystal collection, display cabinet, desk or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGeological Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoky Quartz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trigonal\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne brown, golden smoky brown and translucent grey-brown\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural quartz crystal growth\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished, multi-faceted freeform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmoky Quartz is a naturally coloured variety of crystalline quartz, recognised for its distinctive brown to grey-brown appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts smoky colouring develops when natural radiation interacts with certain aluminium-related defects within the quartz crystal lattice, producing colour centres that absorb portions of visible light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrazil is an important source of quartz specimens, with Smoky Quartz occurring in a variety of geological environments, including granitic pegmatites and hydrothermal mineral deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular specimen contains numerous internal fractures, delicate veils and darker inclusions that create a complex, layered appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colourful rainbow reflections visible within the crystal are optical effects caused by light interacting with internal fractures. These flashes can change in appearance depending on the viewing angle and lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Brazilian Smoky Quartz is particularly distinctive for its combination of transparency, internal complexity and beautiful rainbow activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Inclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vibrant flashes of blue, green, yellow, violet and orange appear within the natural internal fractures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoky Colouration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft champagne-brown and honey-grey tones create a warm, translucent appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Veils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine feather-like fractures, delicate wisps and layered formations are visible throughout the crystal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Inclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Darker internal markings add depth and individuality to the specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaceted Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple polished surfaces enhance the natural transparency and light reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Display Stand:\u003c\/strong\u003e A contemporary silver-tone metal stand elevates the crystal for an elegant decorative presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Crystal Associations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmoky Quartz is traditionally associated with grounding, protection, emotional balance and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin crystal traditions, it is often regarded as a stone of resilience, believed to encourage a sense of security and steadiness during periods of uncertainty or change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts earthy colouring has led to strong associations with the Root Chakra, symbolising stability, connection to the physical world and personal strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmoky Quartz is also traditionally associated with releasing unwanted energy, encouraging clarity and supporting a grounded approach to everyday challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese associations are based on spiritual traditions and are not scientifically established healing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Smoky Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 570g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 19cm including stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished Multi-Faceted Freeform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne, smoky brown, honey-grey and rainbow reflections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Translucent to transparent with natural internal features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rainbow flashes, internal fractures, mineral inclusions and intricate veils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-tone metal stand included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One unique specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Raven's Nest Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55231928140109,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/5796\/8461\/files\/download_b5c09363-7031-421a-a487-39c29d16ea1f.png?v=1793301361","url":"https:\/\/www.ravensnestcrystals.co.uk\/products\/brazilian-smoky-quartz-on-silver-stand","provider":"Raven's Nest Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}