Quartz is a silicon dioxide mineral. It is the most common and one of the most attractive ornamental stones. Its color can vary, depending on the composition, from light gray, milky, to blue and even pink. Rose quartz owes its delicate light pink hue to the admixture of titanium. Quartz has many names. The most common are: Mexican diamond, Tamerlane stone, hedgehog stone.
Quartz: healing properties
Quartz is considered an excellent water purifier from bacteria and if you make a filter from it, the water will be suitable for drinking even without boiling. In addition, quartz water is recommended to be used to maintain the beauty of facial skin, for washing. It is believed that water infused with quartz improves the elasticity of facial skin, makes it velvety to the touch, silky and eliminates acne. Quartz jewelry, in the form of a necklace or pendant, has a beneficial effect on the respiratory organs, cleansing them and increasing protective functions during colds and viral diseases.
Quartz: magical properties
Quartz has always been credited with magical properties. Thus, in ancient times it was believed that the first fire came to earth through quartz, so lenses were made from it, which were used to light altars. In addition, magicians and sorcerers used quartz balls in their rituals to discern the past and look into the future. However, today it is believed that quartz is a rather insidious stone, which is capable of passing off illusion for reality during magic sessions. Therefore, only experienced magicians can use it in magic rituals. Quartz jewelry can bring many benefits to its owner: in addition to aesthetic pleasure, it improves memory, promotes the development of imagination, helps speakers gain confidence and freedom in their statements.
Amulets, charms and talismans made of quartz
Quartz jewelry can be excellent amulets and talismans for people born under the sign of Libra and Scorpio. It will also help Aquarius, but other signs of the Zodiac are recommended to wear it not as a quartz jewelry, but in the form of a crystal, in a pocket. These can be, for example, quartz keychains. In no case should people born under the sign of Gemini and Virgo wear quartz jewelry.
Quartz reveals its powers most fully when set in silver. It is in this tandem that it brings good luck, increases well-being, attracts success and gives long-awaited love. If you are looking for protection, it is recommended to wear quartz as a cross set in silver or platinum.