Golden Rutile Quartz features fine, golden needle-like strands of titanium dioxide suspended within clear or smoky quartz, creating a striking visual effect. The inclusions can form in parallel, crisscrossing, or starburst patterns, making each piece unique and highly valued in jewelry and lapidary work. Due to its natural formation, high-quality specimens are carefully mined, cut into cabochons or faceted stones, and polished to enhance their brilliance. With a Mohs hardness of 7, it is relatively durable but should still be handled with care to avoid scratches or fractures. Collectors and gem enthusiasts prize golden rutile quartz for its durability, rarity, and distinct aesthetic appeal. It is primarily sourced from Brazil, Madagascar, India, and certain regions of the United States, where quartz deposits naturally contain rutile inclusions.