Natural citrine cluster

This striking citrine formation showcases soft golden to smoky honey hues with intricate natural inclusions that catch and reflect the light beautifully. Formed as a dynamic cluster with points on both sides, this piece offers two completely different visual perspectives—each side revealing its own unique crystal growth and structure. Left in its raw, natural state, it highlights the organic formation of quartz, creating a highly detailed and visually captivating display specimen. The unpolished surfaces preserve the crystal’s natural texture, while the multi-directional points add depth, complexity, and strong visual interest.

Key Features
Material: Natural citrine (quartz)
Formation: Naturally formed double-sided crystal cluster
Color: Pale golden, smoky honey tones with natural variation
Crystal Habit: Macrocrystalline quartz
Finish: Natural, unpolished exterior
Shape: Multi-point cluster (points on both sides)

Dimensions
Approx. Size: 10.5cm x 5.5cm
Weight: 265 grams

Geological & Scientific Notes
Citrine is a variety of quartz composed of silicon dioxide, with its yellow to golden coloration typically caused by iron impurities within the crystal structure. Natural heating processes within the Earth can influence these tones, producing colours that range from soft champagne to deeper amber and smoky hues.

Quartz forms in hydrothermal environments where silica-rich fluids cool and crystallise over time within cavities and fractures in rock. This specimen clearly reflects those conditions, with densely packed crystal points growing in multiple directions across both sides of the piece.

The dual-sided growth seen here indicates space availability during formation, allowing crystals to develop outward in opposing directions. This results in a highly textured and structurally complex formation, with overlapping terminations and varied crystal sizes.
Quartz crystallises in the trigonal crystal system and typically forms hexagonal prisms. In this piece, those natural growth habits are preserved, showcasing the raw and unaltered structure of citrine in its natural state.

Mineral Information
Mineral: Quartz (Citrine variety)
Formula: SiO₂
Colour: Pale yellow → golden → smoky honey
Cause of Colour: Iron impurities and natural heat exposure
Lustre: Vitreous (glassy) on crystal faces
Transparency: Transparent → translucent
Streak: White
Hardness: 7 (Mohs)
Fracture: Conchoidal
Cleavage: None
Density: ~2.65
Crystal System: Trigonal
Habit: Typically hexagonal prisms (natural multi-point formation in this piece)
Formation: Hydrothermal veins and cavities
Common Locations: Brazil, Madagascar, Russia, USA
Optical
Refractive Index: ~1.54–1.55
Extras
Double-sided formation with two distinct display faces
Dense cluster of natural terminations and crystal points
May contain natural inclusions, iron staining, or internal veils
Highly detailed structure with strong light interaction

Condition
Natural, unpolished crystal formation
Surface irregularities and inclusions typical of natural quartz
Minor edge wear or natural growth imperfections possible
No visible dyeing or artificial enhancement

Care Instructions
Handle with care to avoid damage to delicate crystal points
Clean gently with a soft brush or cloth
Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals
Store separately to prevent scratching other items