Quartz egg

Quartz Egg – Polished Clear to Milky Quartz with Internal Inclusions

This polished quartz egg showcases the natural variation found within quartz, featuring a blend of clear and softly milky zones with visible internal inclusions and fracture patterns.

Shaped into a smooth egg form, the piece highlights the internal structure of quartz rather than hiding it. Within the stone, fine inclusions, wispy veils, and subtle fractures create depth and texture, giving the piece a layered, almost three-dimensional appearance when viewed in light.

The polished surface enhances the crystal’s natural lustre, allowing light to pass through clearer areas while scattering across more included zones. These internal features are formed during crystal growth and can include trapped fluids, mineral traces, and microscopic structural disruptions.

🔍 Key Features

Material: Natural Quartz

Formula: SiO₂

Colour: Clear → milky white

Cause of Appearance: Natural inclusions and internal fractures

Transparency: Transparent to translucent

Lustre: Vitreous (glassy)

Crystal System: Trigonal

Shape: Polished egg

📏 Dimensions

Size: 4.5 cm x 3 cm

Weight: 86 grams

🧪 Geological & Scientific Notes

Quartz forms from silica-rich solutions, often in cavities within volcanic or metamorphic rock. As the crystal grows, changes in temperature, pressure, and chemistry can trap inclusions or create internal fractures.

These features are not flaws but records of the crystal’s growth history. Variations in clarity and texture reflect different stages of formation, making each piece geologically unique.

The egg shape is a human-made polish that enhances handling and visual flow, while preserving the internal characteristics of the quartz.

🧼 Care Information

Clean with lukewarm water and mild soap

Avoid harsh chemicals

Store separately to prevent scratching

Durable, but avoid hard impacts