Large ferruginous quartz cluster Geode This variety is sometimes called

This variety is sometimes called "leaf barite" due to the thin leaf-like blades which are typically densely-packed in parallel groupings

Preferred humidity  Very High  cover about 1/3 with sphagnum moss and use plenty of leaves and hides to retain humidity

and the other side is largely covered with broken crystals

avoid touching or inhaling any of the dust released**

Large ferruginous quartz cluster Geode This variety is sometimes calledLocale: Morocco Approx dimensions: 5. 5 x 4 x 2. 5", longest crystal 6 cm Approx weight: 772g Known as red or ferruginous (iron bearing) quartz, this unusual variety of quartz gets its color from iron oxides, typically hematite. The quartz in this specimen initially grew colorless; broken crystals along the edge reveal the quartz crystals have a clear core bordered by a thin top layer of brick red quartz. A change occurred during the growth process