Essential Herkimer Diamond (quartz Variety) Series [jKVsm6L9]

Beautiful Herkimer Diamond specimen featuring impressive clarity, excellent glassy luster, and contact indentations showing where the crystal grew in contact with the host rock. Internal voids, also known as negative inclusions, can be seen within the glassy faces of the crystal. 

Weight: 5.75 grams 

Herkimer Diamonds formed over 300 million years ago through natural earth processes. "Herkimer Diamonds" are naturally formed quartz crystals that were given the nickname "Herkimer Diamonds" because they are from Herkimer County, New York and their natural appearance resembles a cut diamond. This crystal has the characteristic dual terminations and clarity that Herkimer Diamonds are known for worldwide.