Garden quartz sphere

Lodolite (Garden Quartz) Sphere — Multi-Inclusion Landscape Quartz 

A polished quartz sphere containing multi-phase mineral inclusions, forming layered internal structures often described as “landscape” or “garden” formations.

This piece shows a mix of green, red-brown, and darker mineral inclusions suspended within clear quartz, alongside internal fractures that create light reflection and subtle rainbow effects.

Key Features

• Mineral Type: Quartz (with included minerals)

• Chemical Composition: SiO₂

• Crystal System: Trigonal

• Formation: Hydrothermal growth with later-stage inclusion trapping

• Colour: Clear quartz with green, red, and dark inclusions

• Transparency: Transparent to translucent

• Lustre: Vitreous

Feature Highlights

• Multi-colour inclusions (likely chlorite, iron oxides, and manganese-based minerals)

• Distinct “landscape” internal zoning

• Natural dendritic-style growth patterns

• Internal fractures producing light scatter + small rainbow reflections

• Spherical polish magnifies and distorts inclusions for visual depth

• Untreated — all inclusions are naturally formed and trapped during growth

Dimensions

• Diameter: 3.5 cm

• Weight: 53 grams

Geological & Scientific Notes

Lodolite (also called garden quartz) forms when:

• Quartz crystals grow in silica-rich hydrothermal environments

• Mineral-rich fluids enter during growth pauses or fractures

• These minerals become trapped as inclusions inside the quartz

Common inclusion types include:

• Chlorite → green tones

• Iron oxides (hematite/goethite) → red/brown tones

• Manganese oxides → dark dendritic patterns

The layered or “scenic” appearance is a direct result of multiple growth phases, where different materials are captured at different times.

The spherical cut enhances this by:

• Creating optical magnification

• Allowing light to pass through inclusions from multiple angles

• Increasing perceived depth and contrast

Care & Handling

• Mohs hardness: 7

• Durable but can chip if dropped

• Avoid impact on hard surfaces

• Clean with warm water and soft cloth

• Avoid harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaning