Front view of pale green chlorite-included quartz crystals mounted on a black display base

Chlorite-Included Quartz Crystal Cluster – Saratoga County, New York

$49.00
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Front view of pale green chlorite-included quartz crystals mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of pale green chlorite-included quartz crystals mounted on a black display base
  • Chlorite-included quartz cluster shown beneath its clear display cover on a black base
  • Top view showing the intergrown quartz points and green chlorite-rich zones
  • Rear view of terminated quartz crystals with olive-green inclusions and small brown contact areas
  • Side view showing a tall clear-tipped quartz crystal above darker green chlorite zones
  • Front view of pale green chlorite-included quartz crystals mounted on a black display base
  • Chlorite-included quartz cluster shown beneath its clear display cover on a black base
  • Top view showing the intergrown quartz points and green chlorite-rich zones
  • Rear view of terminated quartz crystals with olive-green inclusions and small brown contact areas
  • Side view showing a tall clear-tipped quartz crystal above darker green chlorite zones
Chlorite-Included Quartz Crystal Cluster – Saratoga County, New York

Chlorite-Included Quartz Crystal Cluster – Saratoga County, New York

$49.00

About This Specimen

This chlorite-included quartz cluster from Saratoga County, New York, features an attractive arrangement of terminated crystals with contrasting clear tips and mossy green interiors. Taller crystals rise behind a compact group of smaller points, giving the thumbnail-size specimen a balanced, dimensional profile from several viewing angles.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Chlorite-included quartz crystal cluster
  • Locality: Saratoga County, New York, USA
  • Form & Structure: Intergrown cluster of prismatic, terminated quartz crystals containing chlorite-group material
  • Color: Colorless to pale smoky-clear quartz with sage-green and dark olive chlorite-rich zones; minor tan-brown surface staining is visible
  • Rarity: Uncommon as an aesthetic, locality-documented chlorite-included quartz cluster; quartz itself is common
  • Mohs Hardness: 7 for quartz; chlorite-group inclusions are typically about 2–2.5
  • Luster: Vitreous on exposed quartz faces
  • Chemical Formula: SiO₂ (quartz); chlorite-group composition varies
  • Specimen Size: Toenail
  • Dimensions: 3.2 × 2.2 × 2.4 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 11.8 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 57.6 g
  • Collection History: Reportedly discovered by Margie and Bill Lombard in 1988

About Quartz

Quartz is a trigonal silica mineral recognized by its six-sided prismatic crystals, pointed terminations, vitreous luster, and Mohs hardness of 7. In chlorite-included quartz, chlorite-group minerals may become enclosed during crystal growth, producing green internal zones, clouds, or phantom-like patterns while clearer quartz continues to develop around them.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, quartz is associated with clarity, focus, and intention-setting, while green chlorite is linked symbolically with renewal, balance, and a connection to nature. Some collectors use this combination as a contemplative display piece or meditation focus. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The specimen offers strong visual contrast between glassy quartz terminations and dense olive-green chlorite-rich interiors. Its varied crystal heights, small clear side points, and compact mounted presentation provide display interest from multiple angles.

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