{"product_id":"citrine-freeform-with-phantom-lines-and-rainbows","title":"Natural citrine (smoky zoning) with phantom inclusions and rainbow fractures","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis natural citrine quartz freeform is a beautifully expressive piece, showcasing delicate phantom formations alongside vibrant internal rainbow refractions. With its soft golden tones and layered internal features, it offers a refined yet dynamic display that reflects the crystal’s natural growth history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarefully shaped into a smooth polished freeform, this piece enhances both clarity and light flow while preserving the unique internal structures within. Fine phantom lines are visible throughout, appearing as gentle, layered formations that mark stages of interrupted and resumed growth. These subtle features create a sense of depth and quiet movement within the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInternal fractures and inclusions interact with light to produce shifting rainbow flashes, adding moments of colour and brightness that change with angle and lighting. The colour ranges from pale lemon to warm golden hues, with natural variation that enhances its organic beauty and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Features\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural Citrine (Quartz)\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Polished freeform with visible phantom growth lines and rainbow inclusions\u003cbr\u003eColor: Pale lemon to soft golden-yellow with natural tonal variation\u003cbr\u003eCrystal Habit: Freeform with internal phantoms, inclusions, and rainbow refractions\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Smooth polished exterior\u003cbr\u003eShape: Organic freeform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eSize: 6cm x 4cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100 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 structure. Its warm yellow tones develop naturally through geological heating processes over long periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis specimen displays distinct phantom growth lines, formed when the crystal’s growth temporarily paused and later resumed. These interruptions leave behind soft, layered outlines within the quartz, providing a visible record of its formation over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRainbow refractions occur as light passes through internal fractures and microscopic inclusions within the crystal. These natural features disperse light into subtle spectral colours, creating shifting flashes that vary depending on viewing angle and lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClarity varies throughout the piece, with clearer areas highlighting the phantom structures, while more included zones enhance the strength of rainbow effects. These inclusions are entirely natural and contribute to the uniqueness and character of the crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polished freeform shape enhances both the visibility of these internal features and the way light travels through the piece, resulting in a softly luminous and visually engaging display.\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\u003eSmooth polished exterior\u003cbr\u003eVisible phantom growth lines\u003cbr\u003eNatural inclusions and internal fractures present\u003cbr\u003eRainbow refractions visible under light\u003cbr\u003eMinor natural surface and internal features consistent with quartz\u003cbr\u003eNo dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCare Instructions\u003cbr\u003eHandle with care to avoid chips or scratches\u003cbr\u003eClean gently with a soft cloth or mild water\u003cbr\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight\u003cbr\u003eKeep away from harsh chemicals\u003cbr\u003eStore separately to protect the surface\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53665830961493,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_386e4ea2-0bf4-47be-b341-778061ccc0d5.jpg?v=1776334963","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/citrine-freeform-with-phantom-lines-and-rainbows","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}