Gilalite (rare Cu-silicate) inclusions in Quartz

Item Description

Gilalite is a very rare hydrated Cu-silicate and is also rare from this obscure Brazilian locality. The cut and polished quartz is richly included with sprays of very pretty powder-blue, acicular gilalite crystals. Cut into thin sections, it could yield a lot more value. As is, a very unique carved lapidary item for jewelry, as well!