Kristall Galerie — Attraction in Erongo Region

This place is a cool place to understand quartz.

Quartz is a common mineral found worldwide, and Namibia is no exception. The country has several notable occurrences of quartz, including clear, smoky, and amethyst varieties. Here are some key points about quartz in Namibia:

Types of Quartz Found in Namibia: Clear Quartz: Found in various regions, often in pegmatites and hydrothermal veins. Smoky Quartz: Occurs in some areas, sometimes associated with tin and lithium deposits. Amethyst: Namibia has produced highquality amethyst, particularly from the Brandberg area and near Karasburg. Chalcedony & Agate: Found in volcanic regions and riverbeds, often in the Namib Desert. Rose Quartz: Some deposits are known, though not as prominent as in other countries like Madagascar.

Key Locations: Brandberg Mountain: Known for amethyst and other quartz varieties. Erongo Region: A wellknown mineralrich area with quartz crystals, sometimes associated with tourmaline and beryl. Karas Region (Southern Namibia): Source of amethyst and smoky quartz. Namib Desert: Chalcedony and agate nodules are found in gravel plains.

Mining & Collecting: Some quartz deposits are mined commercially, while others are collected by mineral enthusiasts. Namibia’s strict mineral rights laws require permits for collecting in certain areas.

Uses & Market: Gemstones: Amethyst and clear quartz are sometimes cut for jewelry. Mineral Specimens: Namibia produces collector quality quartz crystals. Industrial Uses: Quartz is used in glassmaking and electronics, though Namibia is not a major producer for...

Prepare to be jewelled. 💎 In a dainty city, lays a treasure titled Kristall Galerie. I’ve been fantasising of visiting this place for eons.

The Genesis of the exhibition is a short walking path with tiny stones coated in several colours. Next, enter the crystal cave which is bedazzled and decorated with physically attractive crystals, with a claustrophobia inducing pathway as narrow as the path to salvation. Crystal cave was the highlight of my exploration. I would re-visit this place for the sole reason of re-visiting the cave. After, enter the main gallery, with the largest crystal quartz on display. Next, you can branch the jewellery store and head to upstairs to admire more crystals in glass cases. In the jewellery on display, the gems are cut to precision. The display cases posses several gems with informative boards. From one of the display boards, I learnt amethyst is an anti-drunkenness gem. The crystals are gorgeous and colourful, for example the bright yellow sulfur, purple amethyst and a stone (*i cannot recall its name), however it is coated in several colours in an alluring pattern. Every gem is unique and led me to reflect on how the LAMB carefully curated and designed all of them. If you’re intrigued by crystals and seeking a calming, plus educational activity, I recommend the experience. It was a delightful and peaceful experience. I may have left without any crystals, however I left with a non-physical treasure...

Visit to this exceptional Gallery showcasing the gems and minerals of this part of the world - South West Africa in Swakopmund was amazing though I forgot to obey the rule of not taking photos and was gently reminded by the security peeps!! Hush hush..as a former Science teacher I found my knowledge expanding and we went as a team with one purchasing a piece of jewellery! Staff in the shop kindly identified my bracelet as Red Tigers Eye and my labrodite ring was admired!! I bought a poster to identify the gems and its a handy tool for me for identification of my collection over the years!! My colleague at Classic City High School in Athens, Ga (2004-7) would go with his grandson to dig out amber, quartz, amethyst which he gifted me and I have to the day in my collection in my EYE !! In deep gratitude to the one who initiated this gallery and I was humbled to visit during my stay in...