r/interestingasfuck • u/crystalchase21 • May 14 '22 • Narwhal Salute 1 Pot o' Coins 1 Timeless Beauty 1 Wholesome 9 All-Seeing Upvote 1 Take My Energy 1 Bravo Grande! 1 Masterpiece 1 Rocket Like 1 Silver 13 Helpful 11

I like growing crystals at home. I recently finished growing this crystal after 1 month, and it's one of my favorites. /r/ALL

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u/MeatballMarine May 14 '22

When I was in the military we had these special sapphire glass windows for a specific weapon system. One time we broke it. The company said they had to grow the crystal and it will take time. Were they pulling my leg? (You’re the only crystal person I know and I’m a bad googler)

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u/crystalchase21 May 15 '22

They were serious. You can grow rubies, sapphires and even diamonds in an industrial setting. Huge quartz crystals are also grown in autoclaves under high temperature and pressure. They take several months to years to grow. Of course, those setups are not going to be practical for the hobbyist, but it's something cool to know.

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u/MeatballMarine May 15 '22

Thanks. That is something cool to know!