gemstone

Clear faceted quartz-like gemstone

Probably rock crystal quartz (SiO₂), though the image may show synthetic glass or cubic zirconia

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Colorless and transparent with strong vitreous luster and many brilliant-cut facets; quartz has Mohs hardness 7, trigonal crystal structure, no prominent cleavage, and specific gravity about 2.65. The visible round brilliant cut is human-shaped, so natural crystal form cannot be assessed.

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At a glance

Common name: Clear faceted quartz-like gemstone
Scientific name: Probably rock crystal quartz (SiO₂), though the image may show synthetic glass or cubic zirconia
Category: gemstone
Identified: September 16, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

About $5–$50 if ordinary faceted quartz or glass; $50–$300+ for large, clean, well-cut natural quartz. Identification is required before a higher valuation.

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AI estimate for general interest only — not an appraisal. Actual value depends on condition, provenance, and market demand. Verify with a professional before buying, selling, or insuring.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

If quartz, it formed from silica-rich hydrothermal fluids or igneous pegmatites, commonly during Precambrian to younger geological events. A manufactured simulant is also plausible from the appearance alone.

Uses & applications

Used as a jewelry stone, ornamental cut gem, and collector piece; quartz is also important in glass, electronics, and abrasives. Faceted quartz typically has modest value unless exceptionally clear and well cut.

Geological facts

Quartz can resemble diamond but is softer and less brilliant; cubic zirconia and glass are common look-alikes. Faceting and flash photography make identification from this image unreliable.

Field identification & locations

Check with a loupe for bubbles (glass), facet-edge wear (quartz scratches more easily than CZ), and use refractive index or specific-gravity testing for confirmation. Common quartz sources include Brazil, Madagascar, the United States, and the Alps.