{"product_id":"grape-agate-cluster-indonesia-115g","title":"Grape Agate Cluster from Indonesia — 115g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mp-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mp-product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mp-product\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrape Agate Cluster from Indonesia — 115g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity, Growth, Awakening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-of-a-kind Grape Agate specimen from Mamuju Regency, West Sulawesi, Indonesia, featuring rounded lavender amethystine quartz across a slender, low-profile formation. Closely grouped spheres create the grape-like surface associated with this unusual Indonesian quartz material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary face displays soft lavender, pale violet, and pink-lilac formations with areas of gentle translucency. Small blue-green zones interrupt the purple surface, while the reverse reveals a broader layer of pale cream, gray, and muted green mineral texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 4.3 inches long but less than one inch thick, this specimen has the appearance of a mineral plate rather than a dense cluster. Its open edges, layered interior, and contrast between rounded quartz and clay-rich material make the geological structure especially visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmethystine botryoidal quartz — trade name Grape Agate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMamuju Regency, West Sulawesi, Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRadially grown quartz spherulites associated with clay-filled pockets in volcanic pillow lava\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLow-profile plate, rounded lavender formations, translucent edges, open spaces, and contrasting pale green and cream mineral texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLavender, pale violet, soft pink-lilac, cream, and muted blue-green tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNatural and unpolished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApprox. 4.3 × 2.0 × 0.9 in. \/ 110 × 51 × 22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e115g \/ 4.1 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDisplay block shown in photographs is not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeological Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrape Agate is the trade name for aggregates of spheroidal quartz from West Sulawesi. The individual rounded structures consist of thin quartz fibers growing outward from central points. Where neighboring spheres meet, they become connected into the botryoidal, grape-like clusters for which the material is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lavender material is amethystine quartz. Its color belongs to the same iron-related, naturally irradiated color-center system associated with amethyst, but the quartz developed as rounded spherulitic aggregates rather than conventional prismatic crystal points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its trade name, Grape Agate is not mineralogically a true agate because it lacks internal chalcedony banding. It is more accurately described as botryoidal quartz, spheroidal quartz, or an aggregate of quartz spherulites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material occurs in clay-filled spaces associated with weathered Miocene-age submarine pillow lavas in Mamuju Regency. These pillow-like volcanic masses formed as lava cooled beneath water, leaving irregular spaces between adjoining sections of volcanic rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current formation model suggests that hydrothermal fluids dissolved silica from volcanic glass and altered portions of the surrounding rock into magnesium- and calcium-rich clay. Silica later precipitated from solution within the clay-filled spaces, producing radial quartz spherulites that collected and bonded into clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen preserves rounded lavender growth across one side and pale cream to blue-green clay-rich material along the reverse and interior. The green coloration seen in Grape Agate specimens is commonly associated with clay-mineral inclusions or coatings rather than simply representing a more highly irradiated purple color zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMystic Parcel Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen was selected for Mystic Parcel because its thin horizontal structure reveals more of the material’s relationship with the original clay-filled pocket. The rounded quartz growth dominates the display face, while the pale reverse exposes a contrasting layer of mineral texture that would be hidden on a denser specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purple surface is not uniform. Lavender and pink-lilac spheres move around translucent edges and isolated blue-green areas, creating a soft but varied palette. Viewed from the side, the specimen has an almost shelf-like architecture with quartz formations extending above and below the narrow central layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically, Grape Agate is often associated with clarity, growth, and awakening. The many individual growth centers joining into a connected formation give the specimen the feeling of gradual development — small changes accumulating into a larger and more integrated whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors, this is an informative small cabinet specimen with visible quartz, clay-rich material, and pocket structure. For intention buyers, its low profile and quiet lavender palette make it suited to a desk, meditation space, bedside arrangement, or layered Curio Cabinet display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne (1) 115g Grape Agate quartz specimen from Mamuju Regency, West Sulawesi, Indonesia — exact specimen shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMystic Parcel specimen identification card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe black display block used in the photographs is a styling prop and is not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay horizontally on a stable shelf, specimen riser, desk, or Curio Cabinet surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the lavender face outward to emphasize the rounded quartz formations and subtle color transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the specimen periodically to examine the pale clay-rich reverse and thin layered structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a visual anchor for clarity, gradual growth, awakening, or integration work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with amethyst, quartz, chalcedony, or other botryoidal minerals for a habit-focused collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz is relatively durable, but the thin matrix, projecting spheres, and natural attachment points may be delicate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift the specimen by supporting its broader central structure rather than pulling on individual rounded formations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove dust with a clean air bulb or very soft dry brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf additional cleaning is required, use a gentle low-pressure rinse and allow the piece to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged soaking, ultrasonic cleaning, harsh chemicals, salt, abrasive scrubbing, and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay on a stable surface where the narrow specimen will not be bumped, flexed, or dropped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mp-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNotes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is a natural mineral specimen and may show clay-rich matrix, mineral coatings, open spaces, uneven surfaces, color variation, crystalline texture, and delicate formation points. The display block shown in the photographs is not included. Photos show the exact specimen you will receive. Crystal use is complementary to and not a substitute for professional advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural clay-rich areas, mineral coatings, cavities, inclusions, color variation, crystalline texture, and formation lines are part of this specimen’s origin and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mystic Parcel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51553527791894,"sku":"GRAGAT-IN-15-000008","price":26.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/2326\/7094\/files\/grape_agate_115_hero_mystic_parcel.jpg?v=1783966071","url":"https:\/\/mysticparcel.com\/products\/grape-agate-cluster-indonesia-115g","provider":"Mystic Parcel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}