{"product_id":"smoky-quartz-sphere","title":"Smoky quartz sphere - b","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dark smoky quartz sphere is a rich and grounding piece that showcases deep, earthy tones paired with intricate internal detail. Carved into a perfectly balanced spherical form, it offers a sense of completeness and stability while highlighting the natural complexity within the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly polished to a high-gloss finish, the surface is smooth and reflective, enhancing the depth of the darker smoky hues. The quartz displays a deeper grey-brown tone throughout, with areas of near-opacity contrasted by more translucent sections that reveal a fascinating internal landscape. Within the sphere, a dense network of inclusions, wispy veils, and mineral traces creates layered textures and subtle movement, giving the piece a strong visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen light is directed through the sphere, these internal features become more pronounced, revealing intricate patterns and depth that are not immediately visible at first glance. The inclusions appear as fine threads, mist-like formations, and shadowed structures suspended within the quartz, offering a glimpse into its natural formation and geological history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormula: SiO₂\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Deep smoky → dark translucent grey-brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCause of Colour: Natural irradiation affecting trace elements within the crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Translucent → semi-opaque\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 (carved and polished sphere)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Igneous rocks \u0026amp; hydrothermal veins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon Locations: Brazil, Madagascar, Switzerland, USA\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\u003eExtras:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense natural inclusions and internal veils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered internal textures visible under light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolished spherical carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is one-of-a-kind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Natural Smoky Quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Hand-polished sphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Deep smoky with dense internal inclusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal Habit: Carved sphere with veils, particles, and internal structures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Smooth, high polish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape: Perfect sphere\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Diameter: 4.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 123 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoky quartz is a naturally occurring variety of quartz, its darker tones formed through exposure to natural radiation over extended geological periods. This process alters trace elements within the crystal lattice, producing the characteristic smoky colouring, which in this piece appears as deeper, more насыщенный grey-brown hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sphere contains a high concentration of natural inclusions and internal structures formed during crystal growth. These features appear as fine threads, wispy veils, and layered formations, offering insight into the conditions under which the quartz developed deep within the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike clearer or rainbow-bearing specimens, this piece reveals its complexity more subtly. When light is passed through the sphere, the internal landscape becomes more visible, showcasing intricate patterns and depth. These inclusions create contrast within the darker body of the quartz, giving the piece a sense of quiet movement and internal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spherical carving enhances the way light interacts with the crystal, allowing illumination from multiple angles and revealing different aspects of its internal composition. This results in a piece that feels solid and grounding, yet visually dynamic when explored under light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth polished surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-formed spherical shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible natural inclusions, veils, and internal structures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variations in tone, clarity, and internal pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle with care to avoid chips or damage\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":53713582129493,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_cb4719b2-344e-4a8d-ba4d-06ccfcd73341.jpg?v=1776536908","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/smoky-quartz-sphere","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}