Tessin Habit Quartz Crystal from Minas Gerais, Brazil

Tessin habit quartz crystal.

Size: 119 x 36 x 24 mm. 102 grams.

From Minas Gerais, Brazil

Tessin habit quartz is a rare form of quartz crystal that has a tapered shape with all six sides reaching the tip. It is named after the Swiss Kanton Ticino/Tessin, where it was first discovered. Tessin habit quartz often shows a macromosaic crystal structure that indicates slow growth. It can be found in various locations around the world, such as Colombia, Brazil, Nigeria, and Madagascar. Tessin habit quartz is prized by collectors for its optical clarity and unique formation.