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Clear Quartz
Clear Quartz is silicon dioxide, the most common crystal on Earth, usually water-clear to milky white. Clear quartz has been carved into crystal balls and lenses for centuries. Modern crystal traditions call it a 'master' stone, believed to amplify an intention or the stones placed around it.
Key facts
| Colour | water-clear to milky white |
|---|---|
| What it is | silicon dioxide, the most common crystal on Earth |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 7 |
| Typical sources | Brazil, Arkansas (USA), Madagascar and the Himalaya |
| Chakra (tradition) | crown (and all chakras in many systems) |
| Star signs (tradition) | all signs, especially Aries and Leo |
Traditions and folklore
Clear quartz has been carved into crystal balls and lenses for centuries. Modern crystal traditions call it a 'master' stone, believed to amplify an intention or the stones placed around it.
Quartz is piezoelectric, which is why it keeps time in quartz watches.
Rock crystal was carved into vessels by Fatimid Egyptian craftsmen around 1,000 years ago.
Often paired with almost any stone; it is the classic companion piece.
Care
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks.
Natural quartz, silicon dioxide.
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Clear Quartz: questions answered
What is Clear Quartz?
Clear Quartz is silicon dioxide, the most common crystal on Earth. It is usually water-clear to milky white.
What is Clear Quartz traditionally associated with?
Clear quartz has been carved into crystal balls and lenses for centuries. Modern crystal traditions call it a 'master' stone, believed to amplify an intention or the stones placed around it. These are traditional and spiritual associations, not health claims.
How do I care for Clear Quartz?
Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks.
Which star signs is Clear Quartz linked with?
In modern crystal tradition clear quartz is linked with all signs, especially Aries and Leo.
Where does Clear Quartz come from?
It is typically sourced from Brazil, Arkansas (USA), Madagascar and the Himalaya.