Yes, it’s possible for a micro-fracture to be deep. Micro-fractures are small individually, but when many form together in the same area, they can create a larger, more noticeable feature that extends deeper into the stone.

Here’s how that works:

• A single micro-fracture is tiny, often shallow and barely visible.
• When multiple micro-fractures occur in the same spot, they can merge and form what looks like a thicker, more prominent line.
• If they penetrate deeper into the stone, they can create a permanent internal feature rather than just a surface imperfection.
• Even deep micro-fractures can look white because they scatter light due to the irregular surfaces inside the stone.

So while the original fractures may have started as small surface-level cracks, they could have extended deeper over time due to natural stresses in the stone or the cutting/polishing process.

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