By Chisom Ibemere
Druzy is sets of tiny crystals of minerals that form on the surface of another stone. It originated from the German word “druse,” which means a cavity lined with crystals.
Historically, the druzy has been prevalent as a decorative and ornamental material production.
Druzy formations occurs in a variety of minerals and rocks in different geological environments worldwide with common host materials including quartz, calcite, garnet, amethyst, and agate.
Druzy formations often occur in geodes, rock cavities, and volcanic or sedimentary environments.
Druzy is sort after and highly valued for its aesthetic appearance and versatility. It is commonly used in jewelry-making, where it is often incorporated into earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings.
Druzy crystals add an exquisite touch to jewelry designs, giving them a distinctive and sparkling allure. Druzy can also be used in decorative objects, such as sculptures, home decorations, and artwork.
Druzy formations consist of minute crystal points covering a surface, creating a glittering effect.
It has a wide range of colours such as white, grey, black, pink, blue, purple, and various metallic shades. It has a vitreous to submetallic luster, depending on the host mineral.
Druzy has a hardness of 6 to 7 on mohs scale but may differ which depends on the host mineral. It is transparent to translucent, allowing light to pass through. It has a unique appearance which makes it sought after by designers, collectors, and consumers.
The value of druzy varies depending on factors such as the quality of the crystals, the rarity of the host material and the craftsmanship.