Herkimer On Druzy Quartz Crystal Matrix

Metaphysically Herkimer Diamonds are known for aiding in dreams, meditation, and purifying energy. A truly unique addition to any collection. This is a gorgeous formation of clear "Herkimer Diamonds" on a druzy quartz crystal encrusted matrix which really gives this specimen some sparkle. Herkimer diamonds are peppered across the matrix. Most people are accustomed to seeing Herkimer's free from the matrix, so these ones in matrix make for an interesting specimen. Herkimer diamonds are not actual diamonds, but rather double terminated quartz crystals found in and around Herkimer County, NY. The diamond in the names from not only their exceptional clarity but also because they look naturally faceted when found. Only these crystals found in Herkimer County, New York can be called "Herkimer Diamonds". Similar double terminated quartz crystals have also been found in abundance in Tibet and Afghanistan, but these are not true Herkimer Diamonds. The geologic history of these crystals began