Epidote with quartz cluster specimen 122g
C14
2.73" x 1.64" x 1.1"
Bin O
Forest Epidote Quartz clusters from Turkey are captivating mineral specimens that showcase a vivid interplay between deep green epidote crystals and clear to milky quartz points. These specimens often resemble miniature forest landscapes—hence the name “Forest Epidote”—with the green epidote forming as slender, prismatic crystals that intertwine or coat the quartz, creating rich, organic textures and color contrasts. Found in regions of western and central Turkey, these minerals formed in hydrothermal environments where silica- and iron-rich fluids crystallized together under heat and pressure. Collectors prize Turkish epidote–quartz clusters for their sculptural beauty and vibrant natural colors. Metaphysically, they’re said to combine the grounding and healing properties of epidote with the amplifying energy of quartz, symbolizing growth, renewal, and harmony with nature.
