{"product_id":"rauchquarz-stufe-aus-brasilien-89g-schones-cluster","title":"Smoky Quartz Specimen from Brazil (89g) - beautiful cluster","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"direction: ltr; border-width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"direction: ltr; margin-top: 0in; margin-left: 0in; width: 7.8951in;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"direction: ltr; margin-top: 0in; margin-left: 0in; width: 7.8951in;\"\u003e\n\u003cp lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eDon't miss out on this extraordinary collector's piece. This smoky quartz from Brazil should not be missing from your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eL: 10cm\u003cbr\u003eW: 5cm\u003cbr\u003eH: 3cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSmoky quartz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003e is a variety of the mineral quartz that has been colored grayish-brown (smoky) to black (Morion) by natural or artificial gamma rays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eThe color is caused by contained aluminum and lithium, which color the quartz brownish under the influence of natural radioactive radiation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eMost brown smoky quartz is transparent to translucent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 9pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eSmoky quartz forms predominantly in granitic pegmatites, but can also form in alpine-type quartz veins and in cavities (geodes) of volcanic rocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 9pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eSmoky quartz is used exclusively for gemstones and art objects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eIt has been considered a protective stone against dangers since antiquity and is said to help in coping with grief\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003e. Smoky quartz \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003eopens the eyes to a new path in life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003e It is traditionally said to grant new life force and to accompany one through difficult times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eIn lithotherapy, smoky quartz is traditionally regarded as a stone of grounding, said to symbolize inner stability and calm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMeaning of smoky quartz in different cultures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eSmoky quartz has a long history in various cultures and has been valued for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eIn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eancient Egypt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003esmoky quartz was considered a symbol of the underworld and was often found in tombs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #111111;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eCelts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003evalued smoky quartz and used it for jewelry and ritual purposes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #111111;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eDue to its smoky color and mystical luster, smoky quartz was often associated with darkness and secrets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #111111;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eIn lithotherapy, smoky quartz is traditionally described as a protective stone, said to symbolize stability and inner peace.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: black;\"\u003eIn lithotherapy, smoky quartz is traditionally described as a stone of grounding and associated with people seeking clarity and inner stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 9pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #111111;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\"\u003eIt is important to note that the meaning and use of gemstones such as smoky quartz strongly depends on culture and individual beliefs. While some gemstones are valued mainly for their aesthetics, traditional energetic attributions also play a role in lithotherapy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"margin-top: 9pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #111111;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; background: white;\"\u003eMeaning of smoky quartz:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003eProtection and grounding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e: Smoky quartz is often revered as a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003eprotective stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e. In lithotherapy, it is said to act as a protective stone and to symbolize grounding and presence in the moment. Its deep color evokes the stabilizing power of the earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003eClarity and focus: In lithotherapy, smoky quartz is traditionally associated with clarity in thought and action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e It helps set goals and focus on what matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle; color: #111111;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"font-weight: bold; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; background: white;\"\u003eEnergetic cleansing: In lithotherapy, unpolished smoky quartz is traditionally regarded as an energetic cleanser, said to absorb negative energies from the surroundings and clear the aura.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 9pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #111111;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-nosnippet\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-GB\" style=\"background: white;\"\u003ePlease note that the effects of gemstones and minerals are not scientifically proven and should therefore not be regarded as a substitute for medical treatment or therapy. These are traditions and beliefs that everyone can interpret and apply for themselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp lang=\"en-US\" style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; color: #00aaff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFeel free to browse our shop. You'll also find agates, rock crystal, pyrite, and epidote there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp lang=\"en-US\" style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00aaff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn a stand, this specimen becomes an eye-catcher; matching accessories are available in our range.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"crystal paradise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50479413723462,"sku":"MIN_0004_tray_125","price":11.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/3147\/8086\/files\/IMG-7729_8154ef4d-56a8-4ee8-a5b1-750ef8ccf07d.heic?v=1727780764","url":"https:\/\/crystalparadise.live\/en\/products\/rauchquarz-stufe-aus-brasilien-89g-schones-cluster","provider":"crystal paradise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}