Milky Quartz tumbled

A variety of Milky Quartz

What is Milky Quartz tumbled?

Milky Quartz tumbled is a beautiful white stone that can be either transparent or opaque. Very common and found almost everywhere, milky Quartz tumbled is often overlooked. When tumbled and polished, it's used for jewelry-making and various craft projects.

Optical Properties

Refractive Index
1.544-1.553
Birefringence
0.009
Pleochroism
Weakly dichroic
Optical Character
Biaxial positive
Dispersion
0.013

Market Value Factors

Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Milky Quartz tumbled before comparing listings or appraisals.

Size & Weight

Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.

Rarity & Demand

Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.

Condition & Finish

Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.

Treatment & Provenance

Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.

Applies to all rocks & minerals.

Milky Quartz tumbled Localities Map

See where Milky Quartz tumbled is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.

Map preview
North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin

Interactive map layers and collecting notes are available in the app.

Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Streak
White

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
SiO2
Elements
Si, O
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