Rutile – Pakistan

Rutile – Pakistan

$900.00

Weight1.8 g
Toenail3.3 × 0.7 × 0.4 cm
SizeToenail
LocalityZagi Mountain, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan
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A fine rutile crystal from the famed Zagi Mountain, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, showing an elegant elongated form with sharp vertical striations and a clean, well-defined structure. When backlit, the crystal glows with a striking, fiery red, giving it a vivid, highly attractive presence. The sculptural growth and overall aesthetics make this a standout example among rutile specimens from Pakistan. Rutile is a titanium dioxide mineral prized for its high luster and light-transmitting qualities, often forming slender prismatic crystals. Unlike other titanium minerals such as ilmenite or titanite, rutile is especially valued for its clarity and internal glow, which gives fine crystals a unique visual appeal.