Offered is a beautiful miniature Smoky Quartz on Microcline mineral specimen from Colorado, accompanied by its original vintage dealer label from The Crystal Lined Pocket of Santa Barbara, California. This classic American mineral association showcases naturally formed smoky quartz crystals perched upon blocky microcline feldspar, creating the dramatic contrast that has made Colorado pegmatite specimens favorites among collectors for generations. The original dealer card and identification label accompany the specimen, preserving its vintage provenance and adding to its collector appeal.
Rich chocolate-brown Smoky Quartz crystals rise dramatically from a creamy blocky Microcline matrix, creating exceptional three-dimensional display. The sharply terminated quartz crystals display bright vitreous luster with excellent transparency along the crystal edges, while the contrasting feldspar matrix exhibits classic blocky cleavage typical of Colorado pegmatite specimens. Multiple well-positioned crystals create an attractive composition that displays beautifully from every viewing angle. The interplay between the smoky crystals and pale feldspar gives this specimen outstanding depth, contrast, and natural beauty.
The original typed identification card simply states “Smoky Quartz Microcline – Colorado,” while the vintage Crystal Lined Pocket dealer label identifies the respected Santa Barbara, California mineral dealership that originally offered the specimen. Original dealer labels and provenance cards are increasingly desirable to collectors, preserving both the specimen’s collecting history and authenticity.
Scientific Information
Primary Minerals:
Smoky Quartz
Microcline (Potassium Feldspar)
Chemical Formula:
Smoky Quartz – SiO₂
Microcline – KAlSi₃O₈
Crystal System:
Smoky Quartz – Trigonal
Microcline – Triclinic
Locality:
Colorado, USA
The association of Smoky Quartz and Microcline is characteristic of Colorado’s famous granitic pegmatites, particularly those within the Pikes Peak Batholith, a world-renowned mineral-producing region celebrated for producing some of the finest smoky quartz and feldspar combinations found anywhere. While the original label identifies only Colorado, the crystal habit and mineral association are entirely consistent with specimens from this classic geological province.
Measurements & Weight
Approximately 2.25 inches long
Approximately 1.75 inches wide
Approximately 1.00 inch tall
Approximately 1.0 ounce (28.3 grams)
Metaphysical Properties
Smoky Quartz has long been associated with grounding, protection, emotional balance, and transforming negative energy into positive action. Many believe it encourages resilience, confidence, stability, and a calm, centered outlook while helping release unwanted emotional burdens.
Microcline is traditionally associated with personal growth, creativity, clarity, and new beginnings. It is believed to inspire fresh perspectives, encourage self-discovery, and support clear communication and thoughtful decision-making.
Together, Smoky Quartz and Microcline are regarded as a harmonious pairing that balances grounding energy with personal growth, making this combination popular among collectors and crystal practitioners seeking stability, focus, inspiration, and positive transformation.
Condition Report
This specimen is in excellent collector condition and presents beautifully with numerous well-formed Smoky Quartz crystals exhibiting bright vitreous luster and naturally sharp crystal terminations. The crystal arrangement creates impressive depth and dimension, allowing the specimen to display exceptionally well from every viewing angle.
The Microcline matrix is solid and well crystallized, providing an attractive natural foundation for the quartz crystals. The original Crystal Lined Pocket dealer label and original typed identification card are included with the specimen. No repairs or restoration have been performed. This specimen has been carefully preserved as part of a mineral collection and remains an outstanding example of this classic Colorado mineral association.
Safe Handling:
This is a natural mineral specimen intended for display and collecting purposes. Handle with reasonable care to protect the natural crystal terminations. Keep out of reach of small children and pets.
Mineral Identification Disclaimer:
Every effort has been made to accurately identify and describe this specimen using available reference materials, labels, provenance, and careful visual examination. While I strive to provide accurate information, I am not a professionally trained mineralogist or gemologist, and inadvertent errors in mineral identification, locality attribution, or other descriptive information may occasionally occur.
Collectors are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and use their own knowledge and judgment when evaluating any specimen. If you have any questions or would like additional photographs or information before purchasing, I will be happy to assist. By purchasing this specimen, the buyer acknowledges that the identification and description represent my best good-faith assessment and are not a professional laboratory determination.