Clear Quartz (or White Quartz Pendant)
Quartz var. Clear Quartz · Semi-Precious Gemstone and Mineral Specimen
Crystal System
Trigonal. Typically forms hexagonal prisms terminated with hexagonal pyramids.
Mineral Group
Silicates (Subgroup: Tectosilicates)
Chemical Formula
SiO2
Formation Process
Hydrothermal and pegmatitic formation, crystallizing from silica-rich fluids at varying temperatures and pressures.
About This Crystal
A carved and polished, six-sided prismatic crystal pendant with terminated ends, exhibiting a translucent to milky-white appearance with internal fracturing.
Physical Characteristics
Colorless to white body color, white streak, conchoidal fracture, lacks true cleavage, specific gravity of approximately 2.65, and exhibits piezoelectricity.
Optical Properties
Uniaxial positive optical character with a refractive index of 1.544 to 1.553 and low birefringence.
Hardness & Durability
Origin Region
Global distribution with major sources in Brazil, Madagascar, the United States, and the Alps.
Hardness & Durability
Mohs hardness of 7, excellent durability, highly resistant to scratching, and suitable for everyday jewelry wear.
Care & Maintenance
Easily cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Safe for ultrasonic cleaners, though internal fractures may make extreme thermal shock risky.
Rarity & Value
Very common mineral globally, making polished pendants very affordable and widely accessible.
Special Characteristics
Displays piezoelectric and pyroelectric properties; often contains natural internal inclusions, veiling, or fluid-filled cavities.
Lore & History
Historically known as the 'Universal Crystal' or 'Master Healer', used across ancient cultures for divination and spiritual clarity, and associated with all chakras.