Quartz

This specimen features a cluster of mostly broken quartz, highlighted by a single prominent doubly-terminated prism. One termination has a sharp tip with three distinct faces, while the other tapers into a point. The crystal exhibits a fairly triangular shape, with alternating wide and thin prism faces. Its core has a subtle smoky mauve hue, adding a touch of colour to its otherwise clear appearance. Much of the specimen is coated with a thin druse of micro-quartz crystals, offering a fascinating glimpse into the mineral’s unique growth process.

The specimen was collected during a trip to a locality known as Gringo Gulch, near Patagonia, Arizona. This area is known for its distinctive mineral occurrences, particularly for amethyst crystals and for intriguing quartz epimorphs. For a detailed account of the collecting trip and more information on this locality, you can read the full story of our discovery here: Collecting Quartz Epimorphs Near Patagonia, AZ. (https://djoyceminerals.com/activities/collecting-quartz-epimorphs-near-patagonia-az/)