Large Rutilated Black Tourmaline in Clear Quartz Polished Crystal Generator Tower

Large rutilated black tourmaline in clear quartz, polished into a tall generator tower from Madagascar. Dimensions are 34.5 cm high and 7.4 cm wide, weight 2.8 kg. This natural crystal mineral specimen is a suitable display piece for collectors, featuring clear quartz with black tourmaline inclusions and rutile needles that produce rainbow reflections in bright light.

Formation & Characteristics

Natural formation: The piece presents a clear quartz host with embedded black tourmaline and rutile inclusions. The quartz is transparent to translucent with a polished exterior that preserves the natural termination. Colour and inclusions: clear quartz forms the dominant matrix, black tourmaline appears as contrasting dark prisms, and slender rutile needles create iridescent needles visible under direct light. In daylight, the rutile inclusions can display rainbow flashes. The overall specimen is a generator-style crystal with a smooth, elongated profile suitable for display.

Specifications

• Weight: 2.8 kg
• Dimensions: 34.5 cm H x 7.4 cm W
• Origin: Madagascar
• Formation Type: Polished Crystal Generator Tower

Archive Record

This piece has sold and is retained in the Archive as part of the Kushrox Crystal Gallery historical collection.