How does the Moss Quartz pattern work?

The skin uses a hydrographic pattern, meaning the moss design is applied randomly from a set of pattern templates. Each pattern seed (0-999) produces a unique arrangement of moss clusters on the rifle's surfaces. The pattern does not change with wear—only the paint quality degrades. You can inspect any pattern seed on CSBoard's item page before buying.

What wear should I buy for the best look?

Minimal Wear offers the best value-to-appearance ratio. The gloss remains intact, and edge wear is barely noticeable. Factory New is only about $10 more but shows almost no visual difference in-game. Field-Tested starts to show noticeable scratches on the receiver edges, which some players prefer for a 'battle-worn' look.

How does the Moss Quartz compare to other M4A1-S skins?

The Moss Quartz competes with skins like the Golden Coil and Chantico's Fire in the Classified tier. It's generally cheaper than both, with a more subdued, nature-themed aesthetic. If you prefer green loadouts, the Moss Quartz is one of the few M4A1-S options with dominant green tones, alongside the Moss Quartz's cousin, the M4A4 Magnesium.

Where can I find specific Moss Quartz pattern seeds for sale?

CSBoard indexes all listed M4A1-S Moss Quartz skins with their pattern seeds visible in the listing details. You can browse the full inventory at /en/items/m4a1-s-moss-quartz and use the inspect feature to check the moss layout before contacting the seller. No registration is needed to browse.

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Price Analysis · Pattern Guide

M4A1-S Moss Quartz: The Complete Skin Guide for CS2 Collectors

TL;DR

▸M4A1-S Moss Quartz is a Classified rifle from the Prisma 2 Case, released in March 2020
▸Factory New prices range from $25 to $35, while Minimal Wear sits around $15 to $22
▸The skin features a randomized hydrographic pattern, making each Moss Quartz unique in moss placement
▸CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.

The M4A1-S Moss Quartz is a community-created skin designed by apel8 and ziro, added to CS:GO in the Prisma 2 Case update. It applies a custom paint job with a moss-over-stone aesthetic, using a randomized hydrographic pattern. This means no two Moss Quartz rifles look exactly alike—some have dense moss clusters near the magazine, while others show more stone texture on the receiver. The skin is available in all five wear conditions, from Factory New to Battle-Scarred, and also comes in StatTrak.

CSBoard charges 0% for deposits and direct item-for-item exchanges without money. P2P marketplace sales carry a 2% selling fee. Instant sell is a separate buyout offer; check its quote and the chosen payout method’s fees and timing before confirming.

Did you know

The Moss Quartz pattern is generated by a hydrographic film, meaning the wear value only affects the paint's gloss and edge chipping—the moss placement stays consistent across all float values for the same pattern seed.

M4A1-S Moss Quartz Price Ranges by Wear

Wear	Factory New	Minimal Wear	Field-Tested	Battle-Scarred
Price (USD)	$25 – $35	$15 – $22	$8 – $14	$5 – $9
StatTrak Price	$55 – $75	$30 – $45	$18 – $28	$12 – $18

Top 5 Pattern Seeds for M4A1-S Moss Quartz Collectors

Pro tip

When buying a Moss Quartz on CSBoard, use the inspect link in the listing to check the pattern seed. You can preview the exact moss layout before committing to a trade—no third-party tools required.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Moss Quartz sits in a stable price band because it comes from the Prisma 2 Case, which is still in the active drop pool. Factory New copies hold value around $30, but significant appreciation is unlikely while the case remains common. StatTrak versions have slightly better long-term potential due to lower supply. For live pricing, check CSBoard at /en/items/m4a1-s-moss-quartz.