Synthetic Coated Quartz or Exotic Crystal (Not a Diamond)
Synthetic Coated Quartz or Exotic Crystal (Not a Diamond) · Custom Faceted Crystal / Obelisk
Good (Hand-polished mineral point) Cut
Carat
Exceeds standard diamond scale (Mineral specimen)
Color
Iridescent Rainbow / Aura Coated
Clarity
Included / Heavily Inclusions visible
Shape
Custom Faceted Crystal / Obelisk
Overall Assessment
The specimen shown is an aura-coated quartz crystal displaying characteristic iridescence and inclusions, possessing no gemological relationship to a true diamond.
Cut Quality
Good (Hand-polished mineral point)
Brilliance
Modified by surface coating and internal inclusions
Fire
Enhanced artificially by thin-film metallic/quartz coating
Scintillation
Unique localized flashes of spectral colors
Proportions
Non-standard geometric crystal structure
Symmetry
Moderate
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
Strong multicolored sheen due to coating
Inclusions
Internal veils, fractures, and foreign mineral inclusions
Blemishes
Surface scratches, micro-chips along facets, and coating wear
Origin
Natural quartz crystal with post-extraction laboratory surface treatment (Aura coating)
Treatment Detection
Surface vapor deposition coating (Titanium/Metal oxide aura treatment)
Estimated Value
Nominal decorative specimen value ($20 - $100 USD)
Certification Estimate
Gemological institute report identifying treated quartz/mineral rather than diamond
Investment Potential
Low (Decorative/metaphysical mineral specimen, no precious gem resale value)
Similar Diamonds
None (This is an aura-coated quartz crystal, not a diamond)
Setting Suggestions
Wire-wrapped pendant, electroformed copper mounting, or displayed raw as a mineral specimen
Care & Maintenance
Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, and abrasive surfaces to protect the fragile surface coating
Interesting Facts
Aura quartz is created by bonding precious metals onto the surface of natural quartz crystals at extreme heat in a vacuum chamber