Quartz is one of the most abundant and versatile gems that nature offers us. Its beauty and multiple properties have fascinated humanity for thousands of years, and us too. In this new blog, we tell you some interesting facts about quartz, curiosities and the properties that make it so special.
WHAT IS QUARTZ?
Quartz is a mineral composed primarily of silicon dioxide (SiO2). It forms in a wide variety of colors and crystal structures, giving it a unique diversity.
Its name comes from the Greek term "krystallos," meaning ice, as the ancient Greeks believed that quartz was eternally frozen ice.
As a curiosity, quartz is one of the hardest minerals on Earth, with a rating of 7 on the Mohs scale, only surpassed by minerals such as diamond.
Although we often associate quartz with transparent or colorless (rock crystal), in reality, it can occur in a wide range of colors, including green, which you can see in our Long Green Quartz chain.
They say that its main property and power is that it amplifies and enhances energy, both positive and negative, which makes it a tool to focus intention and improve mental clarity.
Quartz is thought to act as an energetic shield, protecting the wearer from negative influences.
Some believe that quartz is capable of balancing and harmonizing the body, mind and spirit.
Quartz is a truly extraordinary mineral, with both physical and metaphysical properties that have made it a precious stone appreciated and sought after by people of diverse cultures and traditions.
At Hand Soul we love its beauty and that is why we use it in our unique designs.
In short, quartz has been used by various ancient civilizations for its healing and spiritual properties. It has been found in Egyptian tombs, Roman amulets and funerary masks of Mesoamerican culture... so we have not chosen a better stone with history to create the new collection, you can see it here .