Large ferruginous quartz cluster Pyrite all examples were translucent and

all examples were translucent and not opaque

including some that looks almost like skeleton forms on the tip of the point

Approx size and weight 3/4–1 1/3 lb

gets its name from its snow white coloration

Large ferruginous quartz cluster Pyrite all examples were translucent andLocale: Morocco Approx dimensions: 5. 5 x 4 x 2. 5", longest crystal 6 cm Approx weight: 772g Known as red or ferruginous (iron bearing) quartz, this unusual variety of quartz gets its color from iron oxides, typically hematite. The quartz in this specimen initially grew colorless; broken crystals along the edge reveal the quartz crystals have a clear core bordered by a thin top layer of brick red quartz. A change occurred during the growth process