Faden Quartz from Colombia DS1539 spanish pyrite This intricate sculpture was carved

This intricate sculpture was carved in Bali using water buffalo bone that was humanely harvested

The mineral's association with serpentine and talc makes it a valuable indicator of certain geological environments and processes

and the top of the tower has more defined rutile needles that shimmer in the sunlight

Dharma (righteousness)

A magnificent gwindel sits among a cluster of smoky quartz in this amazing specimen

Faden Quartz from Colombia DS1539 spanish pyrite This intricate sculpture was carvedFaden Quartz from Colombia Approx. Dimensions: 5x2. 5x2. 25 inches Approx. Weight: 285 grams Locality: Santander, Colombia Faden quartz from Santander, Colombia, is a rare and highly aesthetic find, distinct from the more common specimens found in Pakistan or Russia. While Colombia is world famous for its "needle" and "muzo habit" high clarity quartz, these Faden (German for "thread") crystals are specialized alpine fissure growth formations