May 28, 2012

Gemstone Mondays: Rutilated Quartz

QIV105

Red Rutiles


Rutilated Quartz is a Mineral and is recognized by the characteristic rutile crystal inclusions passing through the quartz.   Rutile is a major ore of titanium, which is a metal used for high tech alloys. This is what forms the needle-like crystal inclusions inside quartz. They form in a variety of colors: Gold, Red and Black, that I know of.


QI072A

Gold Rutiles

QI076

Black Rutiles

Rutilated quartz is found in Australia, Brazil, Kazakhstan, Madagascar, Norway, Pakistan and the United States.


It is sold with a facet cut or free form cabochon.  It's beautiful in jewelry.  I personally have two pieces of jewelry with this natural phenomenon and a few loose stones. Absolutely amazing Gemstone. 


Nicky Butler 12.4ct Black Rutilated Quartz Sterling Silver Ring SLH137PRarities: Fine Jewelry with Carol Brodie Rutilated Quartz and Cognac Diamond Vermeil Ring

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