{"product_id":"citrine-freeform-with-phantom-lines-and-rainbow","title":"Citrine freeform with phantom lines and rainbow","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a natural citrine quartz freeform featuring distinct phantom growth lines and vibrant internal rainbows, creating a visually captivating and energetically dynamic piece. The crystal displays soft golden-yellow tones with areas of enhanced depth, where internal formations and light reflections bring the piece to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike raw clusters, this specimen has been carefully shaped into a polished freeform while still preserving its natural internal features. The sculptural form enhances visibility of the phantom lines—layered growth patterns captured within the crystal—as well as the flashes of rainbow refraction caused by internal fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Features\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural Citrine (quartz variety)\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Polished freeform with internal phantom growth structures\u003cbr\u003eColor: Pale to medium golden-yellow with subtle tonal variation\u003cbr\u003eCrystal Habit: Freeform showcasing internal phantoms and inclusions\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Smooth polished exterior with natural internal features\u003cbr\u003eShape: Organic freeform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eApprox. Size: 5.8cm x 4.6cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 99 grams \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003cbr\u003eCitrine is a variety of quartz coloured by trace amounts of iron within its crystal lattice. The golden-yellow hues develop naturally through geological heating and oxidation processes over long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis specimen features phantom formations, which occur when crystal growth temporarily pauses and then resumes. During this interruption, a layer of minerals or slight change in conditions creates a visible outline of the earlier growth stage within the crystal. These phantoms appear as faint geometric shapes or lines, giving a “crystal within a crystal” effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe internal rainbows are caused by light interacting with microscopic fractures and inclusions inside the quartz. These natural stress features refract light, producing flashes of spectral colour that shift depending on the viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClarity varies throughout the piece, with some areas appearing clearer and others more included. These inclusions and internal textures are completely natural and provide insight into the crystal’s formation history.\u003cbr\u003eThe polished freeform shape enhances both optical effects and internal visibility, allowing the phantom lines and rainbow flashes to be viewed from multiple angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Quartz\u003cbr\u003eFormula: SiO₂\u003cbr\u003eColour: Pale yellow → deep amber\u003cbr\u003eCause of Colour: Iron impurities\u003cbr\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003cbr\u003eTransparency: Transparent → translucent\u003cbr\u003eStreak: White\u003cbr\u003eHardness: 7 (Mohs)\u003cbr\u003eFracture: Conchoidal\u003cbr\u003eCleavage: None\u003cbr\u003eDensity: ~2.65\u003cbr\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal\u003cbr\u003eHabit: Hexagonal prisms\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Igneous rocks \u0026amp; hydrothermal veins\u003cbr\u003eCommon Locations: Brazil, Madagascar, Russia\u003cbr\u003eOptical:\u003cbr\u003eRefractive Index: ~1.54–1.55\u003cbr\u003eWeak pleochroism\u003cbr\u003eExtras:\u003cbr\u003eNatural citrine is rare\u003cbr\u003eOften heat-treated amethyst\u003cbr\u003eColour usually more uniform than amethyst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003ePolished freeform with smooth exterior surfaces\u003cbr\u003eVisible phantom lines and internal growth structures\u003cbr\u003eNatural inclusions, internal fractures, and rainbow refractions present\u003cbr\u003eMinor internal and surface features consistent with natural quartz\u003cbr\u003eNo dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCare Instructions\u003cbr\u003eHandle with care to avoid scratches or chips\u003cbr\u003eClean gently with a soft cloth or mild water if needed\u003cbr\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to maintain colour stability\u003cbr\u003eKeep away from harsh chemicals\u003cbr\u003eStore separately to prevent surface damage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53664001065301,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_0a4c0880-f772-42ce-8783-7ec7bf693308.jpg?v=1776332801","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/citrine-freeform-with-phantom-lines-and-rainbow","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}