Natural Faden Quartz Crystal | 75.82 Gr | Estrie, Québec, Canada | SO24 LooseKunzite This gives a plaid effect

This gives a plaid effect that is unique to microcline among the feldspars

and violet

Origin: Mined in Brown Derby Mine

Shape: Natural crystal

Sodalite is usually found in the massive form

Natural Faden Quartz Crystal | 75.82 Gr | Estrie, Québec, Canada | SO24 LooseKunzite This gives a plaid effectFaden quartz is a unique variety of quartz characterized by a distinct, thread like white line running through the crystal. The term "Faden" comes from the German word for "thread," referring to this internal fiber like formation. Faden quartz forms in fracture zones within metamorphic rocks, where tectonic forces cause repeated cracking and healing of the quartz. As the crystal regrows, liquid or gas inclusions get trapped along the break line,