{"product_id":"quartz-palmstone","title":"Quartz palmstone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis clear quartz palmstone is a beautifully polished piece that highlights the natural elegance of quartz through its soft, rounded form and gentle translucency. Designed to sit comfortably in the hand, this piece showcases a calming, minimalist aesthetic while revealing intricate internal features that add depth and character from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly shaped into a smooth oval, the high polish enhances the crystal’s natural clarity while preserving its internal inclusions and subtle fractures. Within the body of the stone, delicate veils, wispy formations, and faint mineral traces can be observed, creating a layered, almost landscape-like appearance. These natural inclusions give the piece a soft, misty quality that contrasts beautifully with clearer sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight interacts gracefully with the stone, illuminating internal textures and producing gentle reflective flashes as it moves. The quartz ranges from clear to softly milky, with zones of denser inclusion forming cloud-like patterns that shift in visibility depending on angle and lighting. This interplay of clarity and opacity gives the palmstone a serene and visually engaging presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormula: SiO₂\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Clear → milky white\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCause of Colour: Natural clarity with internal inclusions and microscopic fractures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Transparent → translucent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStreak: White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: 7 (Mohs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFracture: Conchoidal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleavage: None\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensity: ~2.65\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHabit: Massive (polished palmstone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Igneous rocks \u0026amp; hydrothermal veins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Locations: Brazil, Madagascar, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefractive Index: ~1.54–1.55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirefringence: Low\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtras:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally occurring internal inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is one-of-a-kind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-polished for ergonomic comfort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Natural Clear Quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Polished palmstone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Clear to milky with natural internal inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal Habit: Massive quartz with internal veils and fractures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Smooth, high polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape: Oval palmstone, ergonomic and tactile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Size: 4.5cm x 3cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: Medium (varies per piece)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear quartz is a naturally occurring form of silicon dioxide and is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth. Its clarity is determined by the conditions under which it forms, with slower, stable growth environments often producing clearer material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis palmstone displays a range of natural inclusions and internal fractures formed during its growth deep within the Earth. These features may appear as wispy veils, soft clouds, or fine internal lines, providing insight into the crystal’s geological history and formation environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe variation in clarity across the stone creates a natural gradient, with clearer areas allowing light to pass through more freely, while more included zones scatter light to produce a soft, diffused glow. This contrast enhances the stone’s visual depth and organic beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle reflective flashes may occur where light interacts with internal fractures, creating gentle glimmers that shift depending on viewing angle and lighting conditions. These effects add a dynamic quality to an otherwise calming and grounded form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished palmstone shape not only enhances the visibility of these internal features but also makes the piece comfortable to hold, emphasizing both its aesthetic and tactile appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth polished exterior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible natural inclusions and internal veils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor internal fractures typical of quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variations in clarity and texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle with care to avoid chips or scratches\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 protect the surface\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53692544844117,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_3cea5ada-b5a6-45a4-a574-a1745212e948.jpg?v=1776432872","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/quartz-palmstone","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}