Rare Swiss Smoky Quartz Gwindel with Chlorite

Spectacular clarity with this rare Swiss Gwindel Quartz Crystal. Hailing from Tiefengletscher, Switzerland, this is an area where specially trained mountaineers called Strahlers seek out high elevation crystals. Many Strahlers come from families with generations of other high altitude gem seekers, with family secrets on how and where to best find these crystals. This particular crystal is even more rare than more from this locale - this crystal features the dramatic “twisted in form” shape that Gwindel crystals are famous for. The Gwindel is one of the most rare quartz shapes in the world.

This crystal measures 2.43” long and weighs 53g. It has beautiful coloration reminiscent of a light smoky quartz, and features subtle green chlorite coloration on the tips. There is a small place that appears to display an interior rainbow in certain direct lighting.

Please look through all the photos and let us know if you have any questions. No crystal is perfect but this one is pretty great.