Quartz (var: Chalcedony) / (var:Agate) / ("Grape Chalcedony / Grape Agate") Madagascar AND the fact that the

AND the fact that the crystals are on matrix

I have to believe that it ranks high among faceted Hackmanite in the world for its size

not only from this mine but the species in general

Some of the Quartz crystals are completely colorless and transparent while others feature moss green inclusions of Clinochlore ("Chlorite") to create a wonderful contrast with the Brookites

Good Sapphire crystals are hard to find

Quartz (var: Chalcedony) / (var:Agate) / ("Grape Chalcedony / Grape Agate") Madagascar AND the fact that theA sturdy, yet three dimensional specimen of "Grape Chalcedony Grape Agate", but not just with the fine purple color, as its highlighted with lovely moss green colored Celadonite inclusions in alternating bands to create a beautiful two tone effect. I think this color combination looks best with the strong purple Chalcedony as seen in this specimen. Some of the Celadonite spots almost have the appearance of melted candle wax, as they are more amorphous