Smoky quartz point with hyalite Magnetite and stalactite shapes in the

and stalactite shapes in the center

cyanobacteria grow in microbial mats

If you study these specimens closely you may find more complex growth forms—sprouting and alligator (also known as elestial)—even on different faces of the same crystal (learn more about quartz growth forms)

Etching causes the diagonal cross-hatched pattern on the face of some crystals

The surface has a swirling ropy and melted appearance

Smoky quartz point with hyalite Magnetite and stalactite shapes in theLocale: Erongo Mountain, Namibia Point length: 3. 75" Approx weight: 141g Smoky quartz from the Erongo region is typically a quite dark brown black color, with lower clarity due to natural inclusions, and a flat surface luster caused by etching. It grows sculptural elongated points like a spindle with nice striations. Paired with hyalite, the smoky quartz takes on a witchy appearance. I would dub these points "witch's fingers" but there is already a