Quartz

Glitter-bomb snowy quartz with a built in stand, this piece is gorgeuous!  Be sure to check the video, the intricate druzy quartz has incredible luster, making the piece sparkle in any light.  The raw looking formation shows a connection to the natural state of the piece when it came out of the ground.  Pick this unique, high-quality piece up before someone else does!
 
From Artigas, Uruguay.  This piece is self-standing as pictured with the base that is included.  Directly imported early 2024. 
 
Quartz, the most common mineral on earth, is celebrated for its diverse forms, widespread availability, and captivating beauty. Composed of silicon dioxide (SiO₂), quartz crystallizes in the hexagonal system, often forming six-sided prisms terminated with pyramidal ends. This mineral is remarkably hard, ranking 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, which makes it durable and suitable for various uses. Quartz comes in an array of colors and varieties, including clear prismatic crystals, purple amethyst, smoky quartz, agates, jaspers, and much more. 
 
Collectors are particularly drawn to quartz's ability to form large, well-defined crystals and fascinating inclusions, such as rutile needles or chlorite phantoms. Found in a multitude of geological environments, from igneous and metamorphic rocks to hydrothermal veins, notable quartz localities include Brazil, Madagascar, the United States, and Switzerland. The sheer variety and beauty of quartz, combined with its robust nature, make it an essential and versatile addition to any mineral enthusiast's collection.