Natural Quartz (Muh-e-Najaf) 7.90ct Black, Oval, Iran

What Exactly Are You Getting in This 7.90ct Iranian Black Quartz?

This natural black quartz 7.90ct, pulled from an Iranian deposit and cut into a proportional oval, is one of three pieces from this lot we’re listing, and each one earned its place individually. Semi-transparent body. No heat treatment, no resin filling. Under UV light, it reads clean (we check this ourselves before listing). Iranian Muh-e-Najaf at this weight sits in a useful middle range, heavy enough to dominate a ring setting, light enough to wear daily without discomfort. Frankly, most pieces sold as Muh-e-Najaf in Peshawar’s Friday Market don’t come with any origin documentation. This one does.

Asli stone. That’s the starting point here.

The Semi-Transparency Profile, What Sets This Piece Apart

Natural black quartz 7.90ct from this Iranian source has a semi-transparent quality that separates it immediately from fully opaque black stones, hold it under a single light source and you’ll see a faint internal luminosity along the oval’s depth axis. That’s not a flaw. That’s exactly what makes genuine Muh-e-Najaf identifiable to anyone who knows what they’re looking at. Mohs hardness: 7. Mineral family: silicon dioxide. The black color comes from naturally occurring iron oxide micro-inclusions (and at 7.90ct, the distribution is even throughout the stone, not patchy near the girdle like lower-grade pieces). The cut is well-proportioned, depth percentage sits in the correct range for an oval of this carat weight, which means no light leakage from the pavilion. Explore more about Dur-e-Najaf stone varieties we carry.

Spiritual Weight: Muh-e-Najaf in Pakistani Homes

Log kehte hain that any dark stone qualifies as Dur-e-Najaf. That’s not accurate. Muh-e-Najaf specifically refers to quartz from the Najaf-associated Iranian deposits, and its spiritual significance in Pakistani Shia households is real and specific. 3 occasions where this stone appears most often: nikkah ring gifts, Eid nazrana from elders to young men, and heirloom transfers between generations. The connection to Najaf al-Ashraf gives it a standing no synthetic substitute can replicate. Wearing it during Fajr and Isha prayers is the consistent practice among devout buyers, right hand, index finger, silver setting preferred.

That’s not astrology. That’s tradition.

Authenticity: What Buyers Miss About Black Quartz

Real or fake? At 7.90ct, the stakes are high enough to ask properly. Every piece of natural black quartz 7.90ct we list passes refractive index testing (1.544-1.553 for genuine quartz), specific gravity check (2.65 g/cm3), and surface examination under 10x loupe for coating or dye residue. Glass fakes fail RI immediately. Resin-filled stones show bubbles under magnification (a detail most buyers in Karachi’s Saddar market never check). Our certified gemstone documentation is available from our Lahore lab partner on request. Home test: scratch a glass surface, genuine quartz at Mohs 7 leaves a clear mark. No synthetics pass that test.

Frequently Asked Questions

how much is dur e najaf stone

Dur-e-Najaf stone price in Pakistan ranges from PKR 1,500 to PKR 12,000 for quality Iranian pieces at this weight range. This 7.90ct stone is priced to reflect its verified origin, semi-transparent clarity, and clean cut, not bazaar inflation. Check the current price listed on this page or WhatsApp GK Jewelers directly for a real-time quote.

real vs fake dur e najaf stone

Genuine Dur-e-Najaf (Iranian black quartz) feels cold against your cheek for at least five seconds, scratches glass cleanly, and shows no glow under UV blacklight. Fake versions, glass, resin, or dyed quartz from China, warm up quickly, won’t scratch glass, and often fluoresce under UV. Third test: look at the luster. Real quartz has a waxy, slightly matte shine. Plastic or glass looks overly glossy. Trust what the tests show, not what the seller says.

who should wear dur e najaf stone

Dur-e-Najaf is recommended in Shia Islamic tradition for those seeking spiritual connection to Najaf al-Ashraf. Pakistani religious scholars consistently recommend it for adults who pray regularly, worn on the right hand’s index finger. Astrologically, it aligns with the Moon and suits Cancer-born individuals. It is considered appropriate for men and women equally, typically set in silver for religious wear.

Honest Notes on Buying From GK Jewelers

GK Jewelers has been sourcing directly from Iranian and Pakistani mine contacts, not intermediaries, for over a decade, which is why prices stay honest and stones stay traceable. 7-day exchange policy on every piece. COD delivery to 200+ cities: Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Faisalabad. WhatsApp support means a real gemologist responds, not an automated reply. If we’re being honest, we’ve turned away more Iranian quartz lots than we’ve accepted this year, quality control isn’t a tagline here, it’s what the listing count reflects.

Order MUH-6, Straightforward Process

You can order directly through this page or send the SKU (MUH-6) via WhatsApp for same-day processing. COD means zero advance payment, you inspect on delivery. Custom silver ring settings available on request with a 5-7 day turnaround. New to gemstone buying? Our gemstone buying guide Pakistan covers exactly what to check before you commit. Order placed before 2pm ships same day. Simple as that.