Aura Quartz / Man-Made Glass (Treated Specimen)
Silicon Dioxide (Treated/Coated) or Silicate Glass · Decorative Stone / Processed Mineral Specimen
Crystal System
Amorphous / None (or Trigonal if underlying quartz base)
Mineral Group
Silicates (or Silicate Glass)
Chemical Formula
SiO2 (with metal vapor deposition coating)
Formation Process
Artificial coating or melting process; natural quartz or glass treated via high-vacuum thermal vaporization of metals (like gold, titanium, or cobalt)
About This Crystal
An irregularly shaped, tumbled or raw-cut specimen featuring a vibrant, high-saturation dual-color split of bright magenta/purple on top and striking electric blue on the bottom. The surface exhibits a glassy to metallic luster with a rainbow-like sheen typical of metal-film coatings, showing high transparency.
Physical Characteristics
Colors: Bright magenta and vivid electric blue; Streak: White; Cleavage: None (conchoidal fracture); Specific Gravity: ~2.2 - 2.6 depending on glass vs quartz base; Tenacity: Brittle; Fluorescence: May show inert or weak artificial fluorescence under UV.
Optical Properties
Isotropic (if glass) or Uniaxial Positive (if quartz base); Refractive Index: ~1.54; Displays artificial surface iridescence and thin-film interference colors rather than natural pleochroism.
Hardness & Durability
Origin Region
Laboratory or factory processed; base mineral commonly sourced globally (e.g., Brazil, USA)
Hardness & Durability
Mohs Hardness: 5.5 to 7 (depending on whether it is glass or quartz); Toughness: Fair to poor due to thermal stress and surface coatings; Wearability: Moderate, but surface coatings can be scratched or worn off with abrasive use.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with mild soapy water and a soft cloth; avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam, harsh chemicals, or abrasives which can strip the thin metallic surface coating. Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight.
Rarity & Value
Common; value is low to moderate as an ornamental or decorative specimen. It is an artificially enhanced or manufactured item rather than a naturally occurring color combination.
Special Characteristics
Features an artificial vacuum-deposited metal coating resulting in intense dichroic color zones (purple and blue) with a metallic sheen caused by light interference on the surface.
Lore & History
Modern creation with no ancient historical significance. In contemporary New Age practices, aura-coated crystals are believed by practitioners to expand awareness, cleanse the aura, and stimulate the higher chakras, though these are purely traditional beliefs without scientific backing.