Rough Smoky Quartz crystals from Malawi with some crystal faces
Locality: Malawi
1. Color: Smoky quartz is typically brown to black in color, ranging from translucent to nearly opaque. The color is caused by natural irradiation of quartz crystal during its formation.
2. Hardness: Smoky quartz has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively durable and suitable for use in jewelry and various ornamental purposes.
3. Clarity: Smoky quartz can range from transparent to translucent to opaque. Clarity can vary within specimens, with some exhibiting relatively high transparency while others may be heavily included or opaque.
4. Luster: It typically has a vitreous (glass-like) luster.
5. Density: The density of smoky quartz is around 2.65 g/cm³.
6. Metaphysical Properties: Smoky quartz is often associated with grounding and stabilizing energies. It is believed to anchor the wearer to the present reality and provide a sense of stability. It is thought to have cleansing properties, both physically and energetically, helping to clear away negativity and emotional blockages.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.