SMOKEY QUARTZ

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The colouration is due to natural radiation occurring in its environment. (Quartz crystals are also radiated in the lab to create the smoke colour, but it is not recommended, as the resultant crystal will fade in the sun.) Crystals can also be smoky in colour from the presence of sodium. Specimens are currently found in Brazil, Switzerland, the Himalayas, and Mexico. In the U.S. sites include Arkansas, California, Nevada, and Colorado.

Hardness: 7 Other characteristics.

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two nice little clusters of smokey from Hallelujah Junction, California (right)

Good meditation stone. Solar plexus and hands and feet. Dissolves negative energy blocks. Aids depression, is mildly sedative and relaxing. Protective. Promotes joy in living.

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and I have this massive beauty!; all facetted and ready to put into a ring fit for a cardinal!!!