{"product_id":"citrine-sphere-with-tourmaline-inclusions","title":"Citrine sphere with tourmaline inclusions","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis natural citrine quartz sphere is a radiant and eye-catching piece, filled with vibrant internal rainbow refractions and accented by a rare inclusion of tourmaline. Its warm golden glow combined with flashes of prismatic light creates a lively and captivating display, making it both elegant and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly polished into a smooth sphere, this piece allows light to move freely in all directions, enhancing its internal features. The crystal is richly included with fine internal fractures that catch and scatter light, producing an abundance of rainbow flashes that shift beautifully as the sphere is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small yet distinct tourmaline inclusion can be found within, offering a rare and intriguing contrast against the citrine’s golden clarity. While subtle in size, this natural inclusion adds depth and character, highlighting the unique conditions under which the crystal formed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour ranges from soft golden tones to slightly deeper honey hues, with excellent light play throughout. The combination of rainbow-filled inclusions and the contrasting presence of tourmaline makes this a particularly special and collectible piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Natural Citrine (Quartz) with Tourmaline inclusion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Polished sphere with internal inclusions and rainbow refractions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Soft golden-yellow to warm honey tones with natural variation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal Habit: Sphere with internal fractures, rainbow refractions, and a small tourmaline inclusion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Smooth polished exterior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape: Sphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: 4.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 115 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrine is a variety of quartz coloured by trace amounts of iron within its structure, giving it its characteristic warm yellow tones formed through natural geological heating processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen contains a small inclusion of tourmaline, a boron silicate mineral that often forms in association with quartz under specific geological conditions. The presence of both minerals in one piece is relatively uncommon, making this combination particularly interesting from a mineralogical perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sphere displays abundant rainbow refractions, created as light passes through internal fractures and microscopic inclusions. These natural features disperse light into spectral colours, producing vivid flashes that shift depending on angle and lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clarity varies throughout, with inclusions playing a key role in creating the strong rainbow effect. These features are entirely natural and contribute to the individuality and visual appeal of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spherical shape maximises light distribution, allowing the rainbows and internal features to be viewed from every angle, enhancing its overall brilliance.\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\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth polished exterior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall natural tourmaline inclusion present\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy internal inclusions creating strong rainbow refractions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor natural internal features consistent with quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle with care to avoid scratches or damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean gently with a soft cloth or mild water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from harsh chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore separately to maintain its polished surface\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53664081641813,"sku":null,"price":66.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d6c23934-3696-4bb0-8d25-782a9b0f8988.jpg?v=1776339699","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/citrine-sphere-with-tourmaline-inclusions","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}