Smoky quartz point with hyalite Vanadinite STAINING WARNING: the black matrix

STAINING WARNING: the black matrix is a bit soft

like this tapered point

These quartz points are from HuangGangLiang

The calcite has also formed stacks of small scalenohedral crystals

shedding pieces when handled

Smoky quartz point with hyalite Vanadinite STAINING WARNING: the black matrixLocale: Erongo Mountain, Namibia Point length: 3" Approx weight: 109g Smoky quartz from the Erongo region is typically a quite dark brown black color, with lower clarity due to natural inclusions, and a flat surface luster caused by etching. It grows sculptural angular points with nice striations like this triangular piece. Paired with hyalite, the smoky quartz takes on a witchy appearance. I would dub these points "witch's fingers" but there is