mineral
Quartz with Tourmaline
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with Schorl (NaFe3Al6(Si6O18)(BO3)3(OH)4)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 7 on the Mohs scale. White to translucent quartz matrix with dark, prismatic tourmaline crystals exhibiting vitreous luster.
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Physical properties
Hardness 7 on the Mohs scale. White to translucent quartz matrix with dark, prismatic tourmaline crystals exhibiting vitreous luster.
Formation & geological history
Formed hydrothermally in pegmatites and veins from mineral-rich fluids cooling deep within the Earth's crust.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in mineral specimen collecting, lapidary arts, and metaphysical jewelry.
Geological facts
Tourmaline-injected quartz symbolizes balancing opposing energies and is highly sought after by collectors for its striking contrast.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its dual coloration and scratch-resistant hardness. Common in pegmatite-rich regions globally.
