Faceted Quartz Gem #1
by Ted Kinsman
Title
Faceted Quartz Gem #1
Artist
Ted Kinsman
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Close-up of quartz or silicon dioxide (SiO2), one of the most common minerals in the Earth's crust (12% by volume). The pure, colorless variety is also known as rock crystal and is highly prized by gemstone collectors. When it contains impurities, these impart a range of colors including white, yellow, pink, blue, green and smoky brown.
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June 1st, 2013
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