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This is an excellent example of larger sized, thicker, well formed geniculate twin, nicely terminated rutile.  This specimen presents with a secondary growth rutile crystal almost on the "knee" or "elbow" of the twin formation.
 This substantial, robust, less common variety of rutile from North Carolina exhibits a considerably different and impressive presence.
 A great metallic luster is evident on this exceptional rutile from Stoney Point, Alexander County, North Carolina.
Some excellent terminations are evident on this geniculate twin rutile from North Carolina.
This is a terrific geniculate twin rutile! A geniculate twin crystal is one that presents with twinned form showing that the twin-plane has significantly changed the shape of the crystal. Also referenced in mineralogy as a "knee or elbow twin".
At least one of the rutile crystals present as double-terminated on this fabulous piece from Alexander County, North Carolina.
This photo shows another perspective in which to see the double-terminated rutile and the luster on this excellent piece from North Carolina.
We look forward to seeing you!  We are your source for thoughtfully selected, quality minerals, crystals and stones. Like this  excellent example of larger sized, thicker, well formed geniculate twin, terminated rutile.

Rutile Geniculate Twin on Quartz North Carolina 59g

$225.11

This is an excellent example of larger sized, thicker, well formed geniculate twin*, nicely terminated rutile. This substantial, robust, less common variety of rutile from North Carolina exhibits a considerably different and impressive presence. Great metallic luster too.

* A geniculate twin crystal is one that presents with twinned form showing that the twin-plane has significantly changed the shape of the crystal.  Also referenced as a "knee or elbow twin".

59 grams. 2.21" x 1.29" x 1.11" or 56.3mm x 31.8mm x 28.4mm

Stony Point, Alexander Co., North Carolina.

 

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Materials

Recycled sterling silver and gold vermeil — Sourced with traceability in mind, finished by hand in our studio. Conflict-free stones where applicable. Each piece is inspected and finished by hand. Built to last.

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Recycled sterling silver and gold vermeil — Sourced with traceability in mind, finished by hand in our studio.

Conflict-free stones — Every stone is chosen for quality and origin. We work with suppliers who share our standards.

Hand finishing — Each piece is inspected and finished by hand. No two are exactly alike; that's the point.

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