Crystalline Quartz (fire) Niho Necklace - Large

A magnificent blend of luminous white quartz crystal and fiery red iron oxidation - New Zealand beach quartz at her absolute finest.

Over millions of years, the wild coastline of South Westland has worked its magic, as iron-rich minerals slowly oxidised through the stone, creating these breathtaking dancing waves of colour.

This rare variation carries striking red tones, and an incredible depth that catches the light so beautifully she glows.

Hand-gathered by us from the remote South Westland coastline just two months ago, 

A true one-of-a-kind taonga, shaped by time and impossible to recreate.

Findings/Features:

- Hand-braided wax polyester extendable cord

Size:

- 6cm  x 3.3cm x 1.5cm deep

About Quartz:

Quartz is a major constituent of the Earth’s crust as well as one of the most important rock-forming minerals. The chemical composition of quartz is silicon dioxide (SiO₂) – also known as silica.

A distinctive feature of quartz is its hardness, which means that it polishes well and is not easily broken. The appearance of quartz is variable – it may be coloured or colourless; transparent, cloudy or opaque.

The many varieties of quartz can be divided into two main groups: crystalline quartz and very fine-grained (or cryptocrystalline) quartz, which includes chalcedony, agate, chert, flint and jasper.