Mango Quartz Single Crystal – Boyacá, Colombia
About This Specimen
This Mango Quartz specimen from Boyacá, Colombia, is a slender single crystal with warm golden-yellow color concentrated around its pointed termination. The color gradually fades into a clearer lower prism, giving the 3.9 cm crystal attractive vertical zoning and a clean display profile.
Specimen Details
- Mineral / Specimen Type: Mango Quartz (Halloysite Quartz) mineral specimen
- Locality: Boyacá, Colombia
- Form & Structure: Slender, singly terminated prismatic crystal
- Color: Pale golden to creamy yellow at the termination, transitioning into near-colorless quartz toward the base
- Rarity: Uncommon as a named Colombian collector variety; quartz itself is common
- Mohs Hardness: 7
- Luster: Vitreous
- Chemical Formula: SiO₂
- Specimen Size: Miniature
- Dimensions: 0.95 × 1.2 × 3.9 cm
- Specimen Weight: 6.7 g — mineral only
- Total / Display Weight: 55.4 g
About Mango Quartz
Mango Quartz is a commercial name applied to yellow-toned quartz specimens from Colombia that are commonly attributed to halloysite inclusions or coatings. The host mineral is quartz, a trigonal silicon dioxide mineral with a Mohs hardness of 7, vitreous luster, and characteristic prismatic crystals terminated by rhombohedral faces.
Traditional & Metaphysical Associations
In crystal traditions, quartz is associated with clarity, focus, and intention-setting, while yellow-colored stones are often linked symbolically with optimism, confidence, and creativity. These associations may make Mango Quartz appealing for meditation, personal reflection, or uplifting display arrangements. 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 crystal's upright prismatic form, defined termination, and gradual transition from clear to mango-yellow create an appealing miniature display. Its compact mounted presentation highlights the warm upper color from multiple viewing angles.
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