Most Quartz Crystals are worth as much as a grain of sand. Most sand is composed of minute crystals of Quartz. The make-up of Quartz is found in the Chemical formula of Silica or (silicon dioxide, SiO2). Pure quartz is colorless or white; colored varieties include rose quartz, amethyst, smoky quartz, milky quartz, and others. Quartz goes by an array of different names. The most important distinction between types of quartz is that of macrocrystalline (individual crystals visible to the unaided eye) and the microcrystalline or cryptocrystalline varieties (aggregates of crystals visible only under high magnification). Chalcedony is a generic term for cryptocrystalline quartz. The cryptocrystalline varieties are either translucent or mostly opaque, while the transparent varieties tend to be macrocrystalline. Although many of the varietal names historically arose from the color of the mineral, current scientific naming schemes refer primarily to the microstructure of the mineral. Color is a secondary identifier for the cryptocrystalline minerals, although it is a primary identifier for the macrocrystalline varieties. This does not always hold true. So in truth, Quartz is one of the most plentiful substances on Earth!
not really. but your perception of valuable may differ from mine. it is not a precious stone if that's what you are asking
It really depends on were u go. I find some little samples of quartz crystals at a local museum for only a 1.99. When i went to a shop that sells mostly gems and crystals most of the quartz in there were over 15 dollars. So it just depends on were you go...i would say the cheapest is probably at a flee market or the gift shop at a local museum. Al ot of people over price quartz to try and make money or make a profit because they know somebody is gonna by it. Quartz is really not worth much at all because it is far to common its one of the most common minerals especially clear quartz. Just remember that people are greedy for the bucks and a lot of people over price these rocks just to make a profit.
It would depend on the specimen's size, aesthetic appeal, variety, and condition. Most common quartz crystal is very inexpensive. Small specimens can go for change at rock and mineral shows.
Milky quartz is a relatively common mineral found in the earth's crust. It has little intrinsic value. It is, however, one medium in which gold is found.
Topaz is very much like quartz. They both can be found naturally in any color. They're both harder than glass. Topaz is, however, a little bit harder than quartz and will scratch quartz.
4-10 dollars
not really. but your perception of valuable may differ from mine. it is not a precious stone if that's what you are asking
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A couple of packets of Ramen noodles. But seriously, it depends on the quality of the stone (e.g. clarity, color, crystal shape if any, etc.)
40 dollars
1.000.000.000
1.000.000.000
Sugar Quartz is a gemstone with a natural surface texture much like fine sugar crystals formed by natural phenomena of micro-crystalline facets.
It really depends on were u go. I find some little samples of quartz crystals at a local museum for only a 1.99. When i went to a shop that sells mostly gems and crystals most of the quartz in there were over 15 dollars. So it just depends on were you go...i would say the cheapest is probably at a flee market or the gift shop at a local museum. Al ot of people over price quartz to try and make money or make a profit because they know somebody is gonna by it. Quartz is really not worth much at all because it is far to common its one of the most common minerals especially clear quartz. Just remember that people are greedy for the bucks and a lot of people over price these rocks just to make a profit.
It really depends on were u go. I find some little samples of quartz crystals at a local museum for only a 1.99. When i went to a shop that sells mostly gems and crystals most of the quartz in there were over 15 dollars. So it just depends on were you go...i would say the cheapest is probably at a flee market or the gift shop at a local museum. Al ot of people over price quartz to try and make money or make a profit because they know somebody is gonna by it. Quartz is really not worth much at all because it is far to common its one of the most common minerals especially clear quartz. Just remember that people are greedy for the bucks and a lot of people over price these rocks just to make a profit.
It could be worth nothing or a great deal - depending on the form it takes. Compare a perfect 8 oz. Herkimer quartz crystal versus 8 oz. of silica sand. Great difference in worth. Quartz is the most common mineral on Earth, so when dealing in ounces only a good specimen will have value for the most part.
is it worth anything