Druzy, also spelt drusy or druse

Druzy, also spelled drusy or druse, refers to a coating of tiny crystals that form on the surface of a rock or another mineral. These crystals are typically very small and densely packed, creating a sparkly, glittering effect, often described as sugar-like or snow-like. Druzy can form on various surfaces, including geodes, within cracks and crevices of rocks, and on other gemstones.

Here’s a more detailed explanation :

Formation :

Druzy forms when mineral-rich water evaporates, leaving behind the tiny crystals.

Appearance :

The crystals can be different minerals, and their size and shape are influenced by factors like fluid composition, temperature, and pressure.

Location :

Druzy can be found in many places where mineralized water can collect and evaporate.

Common Minerals :

While often associated with quartz (quartz druzy), druzy can be formed by other minerals as well.

Value :

The sparkly appearance of druzy adds to the aesthetic value of the stone or rock it forms on.

Other Names :The terms “druse,” “drusy,” and “drusies” all refer to the same phenomenon of tiny crystal formations.