Quartz
Specifications
On the Mohs scale, Quartz has a hardness of 7, which means it's quite resistant to scratching and it can maintain its lustre over time.
Depending on its clarity and crystalline structure, this stone can be transparent, semi-transparent or opaque.
Quartz is one of the most popular minerals in the world. Depending on the geological area where it was formed, this stone has different mineralogical and chemical properties and is characterised by many shades of color, such as white, pink, yellow, orange, brown and black. Some varieties of quartz can also be multicoloured.
Thanks to its crystalline beauty and therapeutic and spiritual properties, quartz is one of the most used and popular stone all over the world.
Properties
This stone is very versatile and popular in spirituality.
Quartz releases energy and can be used to enhance positive energy and protect against negative energy.
Clear quartz in particular is often used to promote mental clarity and concentration, while pink quartz is associated with love and relief.
In general, this stone can be used to balance the chakras, stimulate life energy and enhance your meditation skills.