mineral

Likely clear quartz crystal or glass-like gemstone

Quartz, silicon dioxide (SiO₂); exact identification is uncertain from the strongly magenta-lit image

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Small transparent, colorless-to-pale specimen with bright vitreous luster and apparent internal facets/inclusions. Quartz hardness is Mohs 7, has a trigonal crystal structure, no true cleavage, conchoidal fracture, and specific gravity about 2.65; apparent purple coloration may be lighting rather than amethyst.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Quartz crystallizes from silica-rich hydrothermal fluids, igneous melts, or sedimentary veins. Natural quartz ranges from Precambrian to recent; the image provides no reliable age information.

Uses & applications

Used for jewelry, ornaments, electronics, abrasives, and glass manufacture. A tiny ordinary crystal is usually worth about $1–$10; unusually clear, well-formed stones may bring $10–$50.

Geological facts

The specimen appears faceted or rounded, so it may be a cut/tumbled quartz gemstone rather than a natural crystal. The pink-purple illumination prevents reliable color diagnosis.

Field identification & locations

Common sources include quartz veins and pegmatites worldwide, including the Himalayan foothill region near Islamabad. Confirm with daylight viewing, a 10× loupe, hardness testing against glass, and checking for natural crystal faces; man-made glass is a plausible alternative if it lacks inclusions or crystal form.