8.6 Grams Purple Apatite with Smoky Quartz -From Skardu Pakistan
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Gemstone Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Quartz-Smoky, Quartz, and Apatite |
Gems Type | Natural Gemstones, Semi-Precious Gemstones, and Rare Gems Minerals Crystals |
Total Weight | 8.6 Grams |
Average Weight Size | 8.6 Grams |
Carat Weight | Over 20 carats |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 25 x 20 20 mm |
Shapes / Cut | Hexagonal |
Color of Gems | Lavender, Purple, Ivory Cream, and Black Brown |
Clarity | Semi Transparent |
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | No and 100% Natural - Earthly Mined |
Birthstones | April and February |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Fair (F) |
Rarity | Rare |
Deal Type | Single |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Quartz-Smoky, Quartz, and Apatite |
Gems Type | Natural Gemstones, Semi-Precious Gemstones, and Rare Gems Minerals Crystals |
Total Weight | 8.6 Grams |
Average Weight Size | 8.6 Grams |
Carat Weight | Over 20 carats |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 25 x 20 20 mm |
Shapes / Cut | Hexagonal |
Color of Gems | Lavender, Purple, Ivory Cream, and Black Brown |
Clarity | Semi Transparent |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | No and 100% Natural - Earthly Mined |
Birthstones | April and February |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Fair (F) |
Rarity | Rare |
Deal Type | Single |
Product Description
This fine mineral specimen features a natural purple apatite crystal aesthetically grown in association with smoky quartz, a classic and well-documented paragenesis from the Skardu region of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. The specimen is completely untreated and earth-mined, preserving its original geological integrity.
The apatite crystallizes in the hexagonal crystal system, displaying a purple to lavender hue with semi-transparent optical character. The contrasting ivory-cream to black-brown smoky quartz matrix enhances both visual appeal and mineralogical interest. With a total weight of 8.6 grams (43 carats) and compact dimensions of 25 × 20 × 20 mm, it falls into the over-20-carat class, desirable for cabinet and study collections.
From a geological perspective, this association reflects the pegmatitic and hydrothermal environments typical of the Skardu district, where phosphorus-rich fluids enable apatite formation alongside quartz. Such specimens are valued for illustrating crystal growth relationships, matrix interaction, and regional mineral chemistry.
Collector & Academic Value:
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Rarity: Classified as Rare for locality and color
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Condition: Fair (F), natural crystal surfaces intact
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Significance: Single, authentic specimen suitable for serious collectors, geology students, and mineralogists
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Birthstone Reference: February (Amethyst group – color association), April (Quartz group)
Overall, this specimen represents a textbook Skardu apatite–quartz association, combining scientific relevance with collectible aesthetics in a genuine Pakistani mineral classic.
For Geologists:
- Classic pegmatitic association from the Gilgit-Baltistan mineral belt, reflecting late-stage hydrothermal crystallization
- Hexagonal crystal system typical of apatite group minerals (Ca₅(PO₄)₃(F,Cl,OH))
- Purple coloration likely from trace manganese or rare-earth element substitution
- Smoky quartz matrix indicates natural radiation exposure from surrounding granitic host rock
For Collectors:
- Skardu provenance is highly desirable—this region produces world-class apatite specimens
- Untreated status and natural color enhance specimen value and authenticity
- The purple-on-smoky contrast creates strong visual appeal
- At 43 carats (8.6g), it's a cabinet-sized display piece
- Fair condition suggests minor contact damage typical of field specimens
For Students:
- Demonstrates textbook mineral paragenesis (sequence of formation) in pegmatite environments
- Shows how accessory phosphate minerals (apatite) crystallize alongside major rock-forming minerals (quartz)
- Semi-transparency allows study of internal crystal structure and inclusions
- Illustrates how trace elements control gemstone color in phosphate minerals
Rarity Note: Purple apatite from Skardu is significantly rarer than the more common green or blue-green varieties from this locality, making this a noteworthy specimen for serious collectors.
