mineral

Felted Quartz / Chlorite Quartz

Chlorite included Quartz (SiO2 + (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)2O5(OH)4)

Hardness: 7 (Quartz); Color: Clear to brownish with green fibrous or mossy inclusions; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific gravity: 2.65.

Hardness: 7 (Quartz)
Color: Clear to brownish with green fibrous or mossy inclusions
Luster: Vitreous (glassy)

Identified March 18, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Formed in hydrothermal veins and alpine-type fissures where quartz crystals grow concurrently with chlorite minerals, capturing them as 'phantoms' or moss-like inclusions. Most specimens range from 10 to 400 million years old.

Uses & applications

Primarily used as metaphysical specimens, for jewelry (mostly as cabochons or beads), and by mineral collectors for their unique aesthetic 'moss-like' patterns.

Geological facts

These inclusions are often mistakenly called 'moss' by beginners, but they are actually silicate minerals. Chlorite quartz is highly prized in the 'healing crystal' community where it is often referred to as 'Lodolite' or 'Garden Quartz'.

Field identification & locations

Identify in the field by searching for clear crystal fragments containing internal green or brownish fibrous growths. Found globally in mountainous regions like the Alps, Brazil, and the Himalayan range. Collectors should look for higher transparency in the host quartz.

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