{"product_id":"rose-quartz-turtle","title":"Rose quartz turtle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a carved pale quartz turtle piece, shaped into a resting turtle form, featuring soft milky-white to faint blush tones with gentle translucency. The surface displays smooth, polished curves across the body and limbs, with subtle carved detailing defining the shell pattern. Fine internal inclusions and natural speckling are visible throughout, adding depth and organic character to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Natural quartz (likely milky quartz \/ very pale rose quartz variety)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Solid quartz carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Soft milky white with faint warm or blush undertones and semi-translucent areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal Habit: Massive quartz with no visible crystal points, typical of this variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Smooth polished surfaces with light carved detailing on the shell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape: Turtle carving (lapidary-shaped)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Size: 4.7cm x 4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 47 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is carved from massive quartz, a form of quartz that develops as a solid, intergrown mineral rather than forming distinct crystal points. The soft milky appearance is caused by microscopic inclusions and internal structures that scatter light, giving the stone its characteristic cloudy translucency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subtle warm or blush tones may indicate a very pale form of rose quartz or inclusion-bearing milky quartz, with coloration influenced by trace elements or mineral inclusions within the silica structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural inclusions, faint internal fractures, and small mineral specks are visible throughout the carving and are typical of quartz formed in this way. These features contribute to the individuality of each piece and are not considered flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gentle carved shell detailing provides texture and visual interest, while the smoothly polished head, limbs, and underside enhance the stone’s natural lustre and soft glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Quartz\u003cbr\u003eFormula: SiO₂\u003cbr\u003eColour: Soft pink → rosy red\u003cbr\u003eCause of Colour: Trace titanium, iron, or manganese\u003cbr\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003cbr\u003eTransparency: Translucent → rarely transparent\u003cbr\u003eStreak: White\u003cbr\u003eHardness: 7 (Mohs)\u003cbr\u003eFracture: Conchoidal\u003cbr\u003eCleavage: None\u003cbr\u003eDensity: ~2.65\u003cbr\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal\u003cbr\u003eHabit: Massive (rarely forms crystals)\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Igneous rocks (pegmatites)\u003cbr\u003eCommon Locations: Brazil, Madagascar, South Africa\u003cbr\u003eOptical:\u003cbr\u003eRefractive Index: ~1.54–1.55\u003cbr\u003eMay show asterism (star effect in rare pieces)\u003cbr\u003eExtras:\u003cbr\u003eColour can fade in strong sunlight\u003cbr\u003eOften cloudy due to microscopic inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth polished surfaces with light carved detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible natural inclusions, internal fractures, and speckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor surface irregularities consistent with hand-carved stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo visible dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Instructions\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 soapy water, then dry thoroughly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore separately from harder stones to prevent surface damage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53661901259093,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_31bd8fd2-b9ab-4daf-a27a-b715b5b0c9ff.jpg?v=1776359009","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/rose-quartz-turtle","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}