| Specimen Name |
Quartz with Hematite – Large Cluster |
| Primary Mineral |
Quartz (Silicon Dioxide – SiO₂) |
| Associated Mineral |
Hematite (Iron Oxide – Fe₂O₃) |
| Locality |
Hashupi Mine, Shigar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan |
| Size Category |
Large Cabinet Specimen |
| Estimated Dimensions |
[Insert size, e.g., 40 cm x 30 cm x 20 cm] |
| Estimated Weight |
[Insert weight, e.g., 15 kg] |
| Color |
Transparent to milky white quartz with metallic red-black hematite accents |
| Crystal Structure |
Well-terminated quartz points with natural hematite coverage and matrix base |
| Luster |
Vitreous (Quartz) and Sub-Metallic (Hematite) |
| Clarity |
Semi-transparent to clear with visible internal structures |
| Unique Features |
Hematite growth adds dramatic visual contrast; eye-catching aesthetic |
| Condition |
Natural formation, museum-grade quality, no major damage |
| Best Use |
✔ Museum Displays
✔ Collector Showpieces
✔ Hotel & Office Interior Decor |
| Display Tip |
Place under LED spotlight or near a window for maximum brilliance and contrast |
| Rarity & Value |
Rare combination from a limited Himalayan source; highly collectible |
