Front view of a deep burgundy-red zircon specimen mounted on a black display base

Red Zircon Crystal from Skardu, Pakistan

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Front view of a deep burgundy-red zircon specimen mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of a deep burgundy-red zircon specimen mounted on a black display base
  • Red zircon specimen presented beneath a clear cover on a black display base
  • Top view showing the zircon's blocky red form and pale adhering host material
  • Side view of the red zircon showing pale host material with small dark inclusions
  • Rear view showing burgundy zircon surfaces and a band of tan host material
  • Opposite side view of the wine-red zircon with a pale included patch
  • Front view of a deep burgundy-red zircon specimen mounted on a black display base
  • Red zircon specimen presented beneath a clear cover on a black display base
  • Top view showing the zircon's blocky red form and pale adhering host material
  • Side view of the red zircon showing pale host material with small dark inclusions
  • Rear view showing burgundy zircon surfaces and a band of tan host material
  • Opposite side view of the wine-red zircon with a pale included patch
Red Zircon Crystal from Skardu, Pakistan

Red Zircon Crystal from Skardu, Pakistan

$24.00

About This Specimen

This compact red zircon from Skardu, Pakistan displays a rich burgundy body color with brighter reddish-orange highlights where light passes through thinner edges. Its blocky partial crystal form includes broad reflective surfaces and a contrasting patch of pale host material with small dark inclusions.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Red zircon mineral specimen
  • Locality: Skardu, Pakistan
  • Form & Structure: Blocky partial single crystal with some developed faces, irregular contacts, and minor adhering host material
  • Color: Deep burgundy to wine red with reddish-orange transmitted highlights and tan host material
  • Rarity: Uncommon as a distinctly red collector specimen; zircon as a mineral species is widespread
  • Mohs Hardness: 7.5
  • Luster: Vitreous to adamantine on reflective surfaces
  • Chemical Formula: ZrSiO4
  • Specimen Size: Thumbnail
  • Dimensions: 2.0 × 1.6 × 1.9 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 8.8 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 56.0 g

About Zircon

Zircon is a zirconium silicate mineral that crystallizes in the tetragonal system and is recognized for its relatively high hardness, density, and potentially adamantine luster. Its standard composition is ZrSiO4, and natural trace elements or structural alteration can produce colors ranging from colorless and golden brown to green, orange, and red.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, red zircon is associated with vitality, confidence, grounding, and purposeful action. Some collectors use it as a symbolic focus for meditation or intention-setting, while others simply value its warm color and visual presence. 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 saturated wine-red color, flashes of translucent orange, and pale host-material contrast give this thumbnail specimen visual interest from several viewing angles. Its compact mounted presentation makes it well suited to a small mineral display.

Exact specimen pictured. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.

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