one “point” or “termination”.
points on both ends (double enders, double terminated)
or more than one point on either end, (multiple terminated.)
These single crystals typically have 6 facets on the long sides and six facets at the point. These are called “all natural crystal points.”
or more than one point on either end, (multiple terminated.)
These single crystals typically have 6 facets on the long sides and six facets at the point. These are called “all natural crystal points.”
If a point comes out of the ground with chips on it, several facets might be polished to remove the damage. I call this “selective polishing.” Sometimes the entire crystal will be polished to best show off the interior patterns and clarity. I would call that “completely polished quartz.”
Generally, crystals with dark, broken, rough or frosty facets will be polished. This happens a lot with crystals from Brazil and Madagascar.
Arkansas crystals and some Brazil quartz points have clear shiny facets that need no polishing. When a crystal is completely polished, the base is often cut flat so the crystal will stand straight up.
