Quartz with Chlorite Inclusions from Pakistan TF1847

Quartz with Chlorite Inclusions from Pakistan
Approx. Dimensions: 3x2x1 inches
Approx. Weight: 60 grams
Locality: Kharan District, Balochistan, Pakistan

Quartz with chlorite inclusions features clear to translucent crystals containing green mineral inclusions that may appear as phantoms, wispy veils, or concentrated internal “landscapes.” The chlorite—typically a group of green sheet silicate minerals—can form distinct growth zones that mark earlier stages of quartz development, later sealed beneath additional layers of crystal growth. These inclusions often create striking internal scenes that add depth and character to otherwise transparent quartz.

Such specimens commonly form in alpine-type fissures and hydrothermal environments where chlorite and quartz crystallize together under shifting conditions. Collectors value quartz with chlorite inclusions for its natural aesthetic contrast, visible record of crystal growth history, and the unique, landscape-like patterns that make each piece one of a kind.