Smoky Quartz (Japan-Law Twin)

Item Description

This specimens from this locality are some of the most iconic Quartzes from all of North America. It is very difficult to find a good New Mexico Smoky specimen these days, let alone a lovely Japan-Law twin like this! This attractive "butterfly"-twinned crystal has excellent color and luster, about the equal of a good Swiss specimen. The form is superb, and the crystals has incredibly smooth faces with subtle striations. As far as condition goes, it's not perfect, and one half of the twin is contacted. It is however incredibly gemmy, as are the best Smokies from the area. This locality is now closed to collectors by federal law and good ones are few and far between. This piece dates back to the 1960s-1970s.